M.INC.ERST.631: Environmental Sciences in Environmental Policy
Learning outcome:
Prescription:
A critique of science, scientists and scientific approaches and their links to environmental policy.
Aims:
This subject (via a range of topics) aims to develop the ability to connect policy development with key principles of, and issues in, environmental sciences. Specifically, it aims to:
- Develop an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of scientific input from a variety of perspectives
- Help students develop the skills necessary to incorporate scientific principles into the development of environmental policies including consideration of historical context.
Courses and examinations
Lecture
Exam:
Assignments One (20 %), Assignments Two (35 %), Final Exam (40 %)
Prerequisite for examination:
After successful completion of this subject, participants should be able to:
- Critically analyse the connection between policy and environmental science, from a variety of perspectives
- Critically evaluate environmental policies in terms of their inclusion of scientific principles and historical context
- Know what to look for in terms of good environmental science
Admission requirements:
None
Recommended previous knowledge:
None
Language:
English
Person responsible for module:
Ian Spellerberg
Course frequency:
Academic Term each winter semester
Duration:
One semester
Number of repeat examinations permitted:
Twice
Recommended Semester:
First to third semester
Maximum number of students:
10