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Environmental Systems and Societies

Introduction: Environmental Systems and Societies is an interdisciplinary course (groups 3 and 4). Its purpose is to elaborate a scientific exploration of environmental systems and the cultural, political, economic and social interaction of the societies and the environment.

General Objective: Appreciate the dynamic interconnectedness between environmental systems and societies

Competences / abilities to develop:

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant:

• Facts and concepts
• Methodologies and techniques
• Values and attitudes

Apply this knowledge and understanding in the analysis of:

• Explanations, concepts and theories
• Data and models
• Case studies in unfamiliar contexts
• Arguments and value systems

Evaluate, justify and synthesize, as appropriate:

• Explanations, theories and models
• Argument and proposed solutions
• Methods of fieldwork and investigation
• Cultural viewpoints and value systems

Engage with investigations of environmental and societal issues at the local and global level through

• Evaluating the political, economic and social contexts of issues
• Selecting and applying the appropriate research and practical skills necessary to carry out investigations
• Suggesting collaborative and innovative solutions that demonstrate awareness and respect for the cultural differences and value systems of others.

Content:

1.    Foundations of environmental systems and societies

2.    Ecosystems and ecology

3.    Biodiversity and conservation

4.    Water and aquatic food production systems and societies.

Evaluations:

• Paper 1 MOCK

• Paper 2 MOCK

• Internal Assessment