Program Overview

Environmental Sustainability Program

The Environmental Sustainability module offers a comprehensive exploration of how natural resources and biodiversity are crucial to maintaining ecological balance and supporting human well-being.

Course Details

• Duration: 10 weekly meetings
• Tutor: To be confirmed
• Course code: SCI25A5580A
• Fee: £208
• Concessionary fee: £166
• Location: 50-51 Park Place, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 3AT
• Schedule: Thursdays from 18:00 to 20:00

Learning and Teaching

Teaching will include in-person lectures, discussions, and practical activities tailored to deepen understanding of environmental sustainability. The course begins by introducing the foundational concepts of natural resources, biodiversity, and the basics of environmental protection. These concepts are reinforced through interactive lectures and case study analyses.

Coursework and Assessment

To award academic credits, it is essential to demonstrate the knowledge and skills acquired or enhanced through tangible evidence. The assessment process is designed to enhance the learning experience, with methods that build confidence and align with the needs of adult learners who manage busy schedules.

Reading Suggestions

• Savitz, A., 2013. The triple bottom line: how today's best-run companies are achieving economic, social and environmental success-and how you can too. John Wiley & Sons.
• Rockström, J., et al., 2009. Planetary boundaries: exploring the safe operating space for humanity. Ecology and society, 14(2).
• Buckingham, S. and Theobald, K. eds., 2003. Local environmental sustainability. Woodhead Publishing.
• Carson, R., 2009. Silent spring. 1962.

Library and Computing Facilities

As a student on this course, you are entitled to join and use the University's library and computing facilities.

Accessibility

The University aims to provide a confidential advice and support service for any student with a long-term medical condition, disability, or specific learning difficulty. Support services include one-to-one advice, pre-enrolment visits, liaison with tutors, material in alternative formats, arrangements for accessible courses, assessment arrangements, loan equipment, and dyslexia screening.

Part-time Courses for Adults

The University offers a range of part-time courses in humanities, languages, business, computing, politics and law, science and environment, and social studies.