This unit provides students with an introduction to the interaction between humans and the environment at a global scale. Critical to our study of global systems is understanding past, current and probable future human values and their links to sustainability. Social dynamics interact closely with the environment and economics, often having global impacts on human populations and the environments in which they live. Students study diverse global environmental and social issues, exploring these in terms of their current status, causes, consequences, and approaches for resolution. Case studies are drawn from the Asia–Pacific region to exemplify the diversity of issues related to natural and... -- Course Website
Instructor: Assistant Professor Julian Clifton
