Program Overview

MOOC: Kiertotalous yhteiskunnallisena muutoksena

Course Description

The course examines circular economy as a comprehensive transformation of society, covering its social, political, and legal prerequisites and impacts. It provides an overview of circular economy through the lenses of environmental policy, law, and geography.

Key Topics

• Circular economy solutions to the challenge of overconsumption of natural resources
• Societal transformation required by circular economy and its governance
• Social and cultural dimensions of circular economy
• Circular economy as a regional phenomenon
• Circular economy through the example of current sectors

Target Audience

The course is intended for anyone interested in the subject.

Additional Information

MOOC courses can be studied in different ways:

• Browsing course materials without registration or credits
• Registering as an open university student to receive credits and a certificate
• As a continuing education student or a degree student at the University of Eastern Finland

Course Details

• Duration: 3 ECTS credits
• Campus/Location: Online
• Category: Law and Society
• Implementation: Independent study, online teaching
• Price: Free

University Information

• University of Eastern Finland
• Joensuu, Kuopio
• Contact: marika.thure@uef.fi (Continuing Education Expert)

Related Information

• Continuing Education
• Open University
• University of Eastern Finland