ENVS6025
Complex Environmental Problems in Action
- Credit
- 6 units
- Catalogue year
- 2027
- Recorded offerings
- Second Semester
Course information
This course uses three case studies to develop a multi-faceted, research-based understanding of complex environmental problems that graduating students can apply in future research or work environments. The course emphasises integrative, engaged, and research-based approaches to complexity. The first two cases present complex local and national issues in collaboration with key stakeholders. Students engage with these issues by drawing on a range of theoretical concepts and practical tools. The learning from these cases is then applied to a developing a research project proposal. The focus throughout is on case studies as vehicles for learning and reflection, as well as a testing ground for tools, techniques and approaches discussed in the course. Note: This course is co-taught with undergraduate students but assessed separately. During the second part of the course graduate students attend specialist case-based tutorials with peers.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Incompatible with ENVS3040.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Understand and engage with the methodological and practical challenges posed by complex environmental problems.
Critically evaluate the complex nature of environmental problems.
Apply higher-level problem solving skills in environmental studies and environmental science, including problem framing, social learning and critical reflection.
Create innovative, collaborative research-based responses to complex environmental problems.
Understand and apply effective stakeholder engagement practices within a case-based framework.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the case study approach as a means of addressing complexity.
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