Course Unit / Societal and environmental transitions
Environment and Development Elective

Societal and environmental transitions

Environment and Development 6.0 ECTS 2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado
Year
2
Academic year
2025-2026
Code
02045139
Subject Area
Environment and Development
Language of Instruction
English
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face
Duration
SEMESTRIAL
ECTS Credits
6.0
Type
Elective
Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Learning Outcomes

Main goals:

•To acquire a critical understanding of concepts and theories related to ecological modernization, environment and sustainability;

•To acquire an understanding of the genealogy of transitions, pioneering experiences in transition, the movement of cities in transition;

•To develop a critical understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with sustainable development.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

The following topics are addressed:

• sessions on the genealogy of transitions, pioneering experiences in transition, the movement of cities in transition, the context of the Anthropogenic as a breeding ground for transitions, etc.

• spatial justice (food issues are addressed in different geographical contexts including the city.

Head Lecturer(s)

Eugénio Miguel de Sousa Rodrigues