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Concepts in Sustainable Development: An Introduction to the Key Issues

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Brief Introduction

Explore some of the key issues in sustainability, tackling the big questions with examples from around the world.

Course Summary

Learn about sustainability and its impact on the environment, economy, and society. Explore practical solutions to some of the world's most pressing problems.

Key Learning Points

Understand the concept of sustainability and its importance in today's world
Explore the three pillars of sustainability - environment, economy, and society
Discover practical solutions to global issues such as climate change, energy, and waste management

Learning Outcomes

Understand the challenges and opportunities of sustainability
Identify practical solutions to address sustainability issues
Apply sustainability principles to your personal and professional life

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge or experience required
English language proficiency

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online self-paced
Videos, articles, and quizzes
Approximately 3 hours per week for 4 weeks

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Sustainability in Everyday Life
Sustainable Business: Big Issues, Big Changes

Related Education Paths

Notable People in This Field

Climate Activist
Environmentalist and Author

Related Books

Requirements

This course is open to anyone interested in exploring the general technical and social issues around the concept of sustainability and sustainable development. The course explores the theoretical basis of sustainability from the natural sciences, political and economic perspective. This course is aimed at learners who wish to engage with the challenges and potential solutions to sustainability at a conceptual level.

Knowledge

Week 1: Sustainable development and complexityWeek 2: The economy and ecology as a metabolic systemWeek 3: Economic growth and inequalityWeek 4: The importance of geography, history and culture and the impact of human activity on the environmentWeek 5: The problem of collective actionWeek 6: Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats

Summary of User Reviews

Read reviews of the Sustainability course offered by FutureLearn. Students have praised the course for its comprehensive coverage of sustainability issues and its practical approach to creating a sustainable future. The course has received high ratings from many users.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course is praised for its comprehensive coverage of sustainability issues.

Pros from User Reviews

Practical approach to sustainability
Clear and concise lessons
Engaging and interactive content
Expert instructors
Flexible online format

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course content to be too basic
Limited opportunities for peer interaction
Course materials can be overwhelming at times
Some technical issues with the online platform
Not suitable for those seeking in-depth scientific analysis

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