Introduction to Sustainable Development (C1149)
Introduction to Sustainable Development
Module C1149
Module details for 2014/15.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
This module aims to provide an understanding of the principles of sustainable development and, in particular, an introduction to the role of science and technology in contributing to key sustainable development challenges. We explore the origins of the concept of sustainable development and the core ideas that underpin it. We examine the ways in which sustainable development is interpreted by different interest groups, along with the assumptions made and the contradictions that arise. These ideas are illustrated through a series of contemporary case studies, which highlight efforts to address sustainable development challenges from the local to international, and examine the role of science and technology within these contexts.
Module learning outcomes
Describe competing conceptions of sustainable development
Recognise the positive and negative roles of science and technology in delivering sustainability
Identify key questions that policy processes seeking to deliver sustainability must address
To participate in informed discussion of the above topics.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T2 Week 1 | 80.00% |
| Essay | T1 Week 5 | 20.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 010101010101 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 111111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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