Introduction to Sustainability and Development
Posted 2 years ago by Deakin University
Study Method : Online
Duration : 2 weeks
Subject : Nature & Environment
Overview
Discover the impact of human activity on our planet, and what we can do to ensure a sustainable future for everybody.
Course Description
Explore the relationship between humans and the environment
This online course explores why and how human activity impacts negatively on the environment, why this is important, and what we are trying to do about it.
- What is sustainability and what is development?
- What impact has human activity had on the environment?
- What actions have we taken so far for sustainable development?
- What actions may we need to take for a sustainable future?
This course is designed for those who have an interest in our planet and a sustainable future.
Requirements
This course is designed for those who have an interest in our planet and a sustainable future.
Career Path
- Critically review diverse perspectives of sustainable development
- Investigate how interactions between human development and environmental life support systems are/have been managed in real-world cases
- Identify the characteristics and be able to differentiate between development, sustainability and sustainable development