The decisions and actions we take over the next 50 years could impact on human wellbeing and world futures for generations. This unit examines the theory and practice of individual, organisational and community action to enhance human wellbeing within a sustainable environment. Students discuss past human activities that damaged local environments and social cohesion and current activities, such as burning of fossil fuels that threaten the environment and quality of human life at a global level. They collaborate in tutorials and forum discussions to understand and appreciate the great diversity of human lifestyles and cultures and seek common values and aspirations that could inform and... -- Course Website
Instructor: Professor Neville Bruce