Course overview
This course introduces the methodology of environmental impact assessment (EIA) as a vital tool for sound environmental decision-making. It provides an introduction to the concepts, methods, issues and various stages of the EIA process. The various stages of the EIA process, such as screening, scoping, EIA document preparation, public involvement, review and assessment, monitoring and auditing, appeal rights and decision-making are examined. The course draws on contemporary international and Australian case studies and includes building student capacity. In conflict resolution, cross cultural engagement, and stakeholder impact assessment.
Course learning outcomes
- Explain the major principles of environmental impact assessment in Australia
- Understand the different steps within environmental impact assessment
- Discuss the implications of current jurisdictional and institutional arrangements in relation to environmental impact assessment
- Communicate both orally and in written form the key aspects of environmental impact assessment
- Understand how to liaise with and the importance of stakeholders in the EIA process
- Be able to access different case studies/examples of EIA in practice
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