Analytical Frameworks in Sustainability Studies, 15 credits
The course is based on contemporary ideas of the roles of science, technology, politics and economics in the production of knowledge and practices for sustainable development. The students will analyze how different scientific methods are designed, developed, presented and implemented in different kinds of research/practices. A number of theoretical approaches of relevance will be interpreted and discussed in line with different applications, tools and strategies for sustainable development. To empirically visualize and evaluate the combination of theoretical models and practical applications, tools and strategies for sustainable development, the students will carry out practical exercises.
Language of instruction: English
Level: D
Department offering the course: Department of TEMA
Contact: Susanne Eriksson, 013-282286, susanne.eriksson@liu.se
Specific admission requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree/kandidatexamen (equivalent for example a professional degree) of at least 180 ECTS credits, including a 15 ECTS credit degree paper or equivalent. Relevant background is studies within natural science, social science, health science, humanities or engineering that relate to the environmental, social or economic aspects of sustainable development.
Documented knowledge of English equivalent to Engelska B/Engelska 6; i.e. English as native language or an internationally recognized test, e.g. TOEFL (minimum scores: Paper based 575 + TWE-score 4.5, and internet based 90), IELTS, academic (minimum score: Overall band 6.5 and no band under 5.5), or equivalent.
| Course information | ||
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| Semester: Autumn 2013 | ||
| Enrolment code: LIU-46025 | ||
| Rate of study: Full-time | ||
| Campus: Linköping | ||
| Study Period: 201344 - 201403, 28 October 2013-17 January 2014 | ||
| Course code: 746A63 | ||
| Tuition fee: 23745 SEK | ||
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