Overview
The Governing Climate Change - Theory and Practice course from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam key facts:
Climate change may well be the most pressing environmental challenge humankind is facing. Despite scientific consensus on its main cause – us humans – current policies lack the ambition needed to tackle the crisis effectively.
However, sprouts of positive change are seen everywhere. Some countries have decided to cut their emissions to zero over the next 30 years. We also see cities, companies, NGOs and powerful individuals responding to the challenge, collaborating in new and innovative ways to reduce emissions and adapt to the consequences of climate change. A complex global web of institutions, instruments and actors is being created seeking to govern climate change. In this course you will learn about different perspectives and acquire tools for analyzing the increasingly complex world of climate governance.
Learning and Objectives
By the end of this Governing Climate Change - Theory and Practice course from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, students will be able to apply knowledge from sport science on new problems related to physical (in)activity and vitality.
Programme Structure
- In this course you will examine different approaches to coping with climate change. From international agreements to market-based solutions and private activities.
- Theory is combined with practice through lectures, discussions, games and excursions to provide concrete examples of how the issue is being addressed at various levels and by various actors. Along the way we will also invite you to discuss climate change with scientists, policymakers and lobbyists.
Audience
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 8 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Climate Studies & Meteorology Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 6 other Short Courses in Environmental Management in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Advanced Bachelor's and Master's students or PhD staff and professionals with an interest in climate action and policy. Our courses are multi-disciplinary and are therefore open to students and professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds.
Tuition Fee
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International
1100 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1100 EUR for the full programme during 8 days. -
EU/EEA
1100 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1100 EUR for the full programme during 8 days.
- Students, PhD students and employees of VU Amsterdam, Amsterdam UMC or an Aurora Network Partner: €735
- Students at Partner Universities of VU Amsterdam: €995
- Students and PhD candidates at non-partner universities of VU Amsterdam: €1100
- Professionals: €1310
Living costs for Amsterdam
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding