Advanced Climate Change and Land Use
Environment
A course by
Lincoln University
Learn the scientific concepts underpinning the climate system and climate change, understand the drivers of change and impacts on New Zealand, and examine how to mitigate emissions and build resilience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Core skills this course teaches
Describe scientific concepts behind climate change
Explain the basic scientific principles that underpin our understanding of climate change.
Analyse greenhouse gas emissions and reporting
Critically analyse the main drivers of greenhouse gas emissions and understand methods for measuring and reporting emissions for inventories.
Evaluate mitigation and resilience options
Assess options for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and recommend approaches to mitigate climate change and build resilience in land systems.
What You're Signing Up For
This course provides an advanced understanding of climate change, its scientific basis, drivers of global emissions, effects on New Zealand land systems, and strategies for mitigation and building resilience. Students will critically assess contemporary climate topics and develop recommendations for adaptation and mitigation in land use.
Course Content
- Scientific concepts of climate change
- Drivers of greenhouse gas emissions
- Greenhouse gas emissions measurement and inventories
- Mitigation approaches in land systems
- Social responses (mitigation and adaptation) to climate change
- Critical evaluation of contemporary climate issues
What you need to know first
Restriction: Climate Change and Land Use, ENSC-301
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Environmental Management
Land Use Planning
Climate Policy
Future employment opportunities might be
Climate policy analyst
Environmental consultant
Land management advisor