Introduction to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Gain knowledge of the UN SDGs to help make a positive impact

It is unequivocal that human actions are causing widespread environmental damage. To help combat this, the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a blueprint to address environmental challenges and achieve a brighter future for both people and the planet.

On this six-week course, you’ll gain a solid introduction to the UN SDGs to understand their importance to your professional and personal life.

You’ll cover three main topics; sustainable human rights and society, sustainable economy, and sustainable environment to help you systematically explore the SDGs.

Explore human rights and the sustainable economy

You’ll delve into the different SDGs that relate to human rights and a sustainable economy.

This includes sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), and affordable and clean energy (SDG 7).

Unpack the SDGs from the perspective of a sustainable environment

Next, you’ll uncover the ways SDGs can contribute to a sustainable environment.

Delving into climate action (SDG 13), life below water (SDG 14), life on land (SDG 15), and more, you’ll gain insights into how to protect our planet effectively.

Learn from the experts at Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU)

On the final weeks of the course, you’ll explore the importance of international collaboration and partnerships in the battle against the climate crisis.

Learning from the experts at CYCU, you’ll finish the course with a sound understanding of the UN SDGs and how they can help both people and the planet prosper.

This course is designed for anyone interested in the SDGs and the relevant climate issues they aim to tackle.

It will be particularly useful for those who want to build a foundation for further studies in fields related to public policies.

This course is designed for anyone interested in the SDGs and the relevant climate issues they aim to tackle.

It will be particularly useful for those who want to build a foundation for further studies in fields related to public policies.

• Develop background knowledge of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Explore the connection of SDGs and human rights, economy, and the environment
• Develop the ability to analyze the national and foreign policy on the SDGs-related agenda
• Engage in shaping our common future and contributing to the betterment of society as a global citizen
• Explore more interdisciplinary talks and discussion on the SDGs issues