Course overview
This course analyses the key drivers, actors and issues in global environmental politics and the pathways to a sustainable world. It employs theories and concepts from political science and international relations to address topics such as climate change and disinformation; political regimes and human rights; energy, water and food; NGOs and environmental activism; green parties; international environmental regimes and natural resource governance.
- Introduction and Key Drivers in Global Environmental Politics
- Key Actors in Global Environmental Politics
- Key Issues in Global Environmental Politics
Course learning outcomes
- Evaluate the conceptual frameworks, theories and key debates associated with the global politics of the environment
- Analyse and critique policy options for addressing global environmental issues
- Scrutinise the links between environmental problems and political and economic decisions made by various environmental actors in society
- Reflect on and challenge society’s engagement with environmental issues
- Communicate ethically and responsibly through oral and written interactions
Degree list
The following degrees include this course