Environmental assessments of planetary crises

Education facts

Code: ES2617

<p>The course teaches advanced knowledge and skills in methodologies used for environmental assessments of threeplanetary crises (i.e. pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss). The course also deals with the public authorities and policy instruments that shape the monitoring, regulations, and management actions associated with these planetary crises.</p> <p>The 7.5 credit course consists of about 4.5 weeks of full-time studies and is divided into two parts: theory (4 credits) and practical work (3.5 credits). The course is given in the form of lectures, computer exercises, and group work with subsequent seminar discussions.</p> <p>The teaching is conducted in the form of i) lectures, which are not compulsory but will provide the theoretical basis for the computer exercises and the final examination; ii) practical work in groups, including data mining, data analysis, literature work, risk and impact assessment, including written and oral presentations of the practical work and results – compulsory work.</p>

Entry requirements

At least 120 hp (credits), of which at least 90 HEC are in natural science (biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental science with emphasis on natural science, physics) and at least 15 HEC in environmental science. Students with equivalent education can be allowed to enter the course. Applicants must prove their knowledge of English corresponding to English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school. For more information, see English language requirements on Universityadmissions.se.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Environmental assessments of planetary crises

  University of Gothenburg

  Start date: 5 November 2024

  End date: 5 December 2024

  Pace of study: 100 %