During this 16 weeks semester program, you will learn more about tropical biology and marine conservation in Bali. Besides to your lectures held at Udayana University in Bali you will visit the communities to get more hands-on practice. During several excursion you will learn more about the ecosystems in Bali, like the Mangrove Ecosystem as well as coral reefs.In the framework of this study program you can achieve up to 30 ECTS credit points awarded by Udayana University in Bali.

Urban Management Tools for Climate Change

IHS is proud to announce that this course is jointly developed with UN-HABITAT.

Cities are increasingly expected to undertake concrete actions to mitigate climate change and adapt the city to rising water levels, drought and other natural disasters related to the heating of earth. What concrete activities should a city undertake and what works? This course offers management tools for urban policy makers, planners and environmentalists.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to prepare local climate change plans, which address the global challenges yet focus on concrete local actions. The course will offer specific practices to manage urban design and environmental infrastructure, in particular energy, transport, housing and water.... [-]

Current water challenges require an interdisciplinary approach.Through practical field work, international perspectives and innovative educational methods, students will better understand the interactions between environmental factors and anthropogenic activities.

Duration 40 hours

Provide participants with basic knowledge about the applicable legal requirements in the management and handling of hazardous waste and special handling.

That the participant has the knowledge to perform the management of materials, chemical substances and hazardous waste in your company and in accordance with current regulations.

Responsible for the environmental department and / or environmental legal compliance of companies, coordinators and auditors of environmental systems. Personnel responsible for the Environmental, Safety and Industrial Hygiene Department, and any person related to the management of materials, chemical substances and hazardous waste in the company.... [-]

The Global Energy and Climate Policy course offers an introduction to the theoretical and practical understanding of how energy and climate change policies are designed, shaped, advocated and implemented. As energy markets go truly global, domestic energy policies are becoming more and more entangled with wider issues of international governance. Concurrently, the urgent need to mitigate and adapt to climate change and transition to a low-carbon future is adding a further layer of complexity.

The course is aimed broadly at people interested in learning more about interconnected issues in energy and climate policy globally. It assumes a level of interest but no necessary previous knowledge. However, the course also offers sufficient up to date research and new critical perspectives to be of interest to people with expertise in or academic familiarity with the topic as well. ... [-]

The environmental movement took root in Freiburg long ago—and now it’s a way of life. Known for taking the lead in the development of eco-friendly technologies and architecture, Freiburg also attracts researchers and environmental organizations from around the world. Come study Freiburg’s many unique contributions to this important movement.

This English-taught program allows you to explore topics in Environmental Studies, Forest Ecology, and Sustainability while living in Freiburg, located near the beautiful Black Forest and Rhine River Valley.

Freiburg and the surrounding regions will be your classroom. Imagine traveling to the Rhine River to take samples and observe local ecology, or the forests of the Swiss Alps to further your discussions on forest management and tourism. Wherever possible, your courses take you outside the classroom to give you hands-on experience and to take advantage of all that your study abroad location has to offer.... [-]

Environmental engineering and management is high on the political agenda. It also has a high professional priority. Students develop a background and competence in environmental management. This course is ideal for practising professionals who are interested in environmental management issues but who do not have the time to commit to a master's course.

The course aims to develop an awareness and understanding of the human impact on the environment with respect to waste minimisation and water quality management, and the professional skills required to work as part of an integrated team responsible for environmental planning and management.

This course is of relevance to practising professionals in architecture, building, engineering science, health, law, planning and surveying.... [-]

This Winter School is focused on learning from some of the transformative and successful urban projects and inquiring in depth about these from the project proponents themselves. The selected projects are in Srilanka – Colombo, Galle, Hambantota and Northern Provinces and include waterfronts, heritage conservation, and resettlement & low-cost housing. The Authorities / Project proponents – Urban Development Authorities of Colombo and Hambantota; Indian Consulate Hambantota; Geoffrey Bawa Heritage Foundation and Galle Heritage Foundation would make extensive presentations on the projects to the participants, followed by interactive discussions and site visits.

For each project, the key questions asked are the 1) socio-political context/objectives; 2) structuring and financing; 3) principal agencies and actors; 4) problems/challenges addressed; 6) features and 7) outcomes and lessons learned. Participants at the end are expected to document these cases and key learnings/lessons that may be useful to structure projects in our cities which face similar challenges of rapid growth and renewal. The course is supported by Indian Consul at Hambantota.... [-]

This free online course explores how life on earth has been shaped by five mass extinction events in the distant past. At present, biodiversity is facing a crisis, with the prospect of a sixth extinction event today.

Each week there are discussions with scientists about how their research informs us about the biodiversity of our planet including the very first life forms; fish and tetrapod diversification; the radiation of reptiles and dinosaurs; and the rise of mammals.

We focus on the five previous mass extinction events that have shaped the biodiversity of our planet. The fossil record reveals evidence of species that went extinct during these mass extinctions and the new opportunities created for the surviving biota to diversify.... [-]

This 4-week program is aimed at helping students gain an understanding of the complex relationship between Kenya’s indigenous communities, land, water and wildlife. It studies both the modern challenges and solutions that can help preserve some of the world’s most diverse ecosystems.

As Kenya’s human population grows at an ever increasing rate, improved land management, payments for Ecosystems Services, and control of human-wildlife conflict are all required to stem the loss of biodiversity and the habitats that sustain it.

This program will provide students with an understanding of historical and current threats to biodiversity in East Africa, expose participants to regenerative practices, and equip participants with field-based skills to observe and apply practical solutions to the needs of specific target groups.... [-]

Unique Ecosystems of Central Siberia

International ecological summer school “Unique Ecosystems of Central Siberia” of Siberian State Aerospace University offers a great opportunity for foreign and Russian students to get acquainted with the heart of Siberia, Krasnoyarsky Kray, and to observe its beauty.Participants will get a chance to be taken on a voyage through unique natural and artificial ecosystems of Central Siberia, to witness fauna and flora behavior in natural medium and to see with their own eyes the differentiation between the 5 Climate Regions!Besides academic classes, participants will acquire knowledge in the open air. They will gain an opportunity to dive into depths, to climb some peaks, to visit the Republic of Khakassia – an extensive territory with numerous lakes and rivers, countless steppes and sainted places – and to experience the power of Yenisey, one of the largest rivers in the world.Period: 22 July - 06 August, 2012... [-]

The Online Environmental Studies course is ideal for newcomers to study of the environment and this course is open to people with various backgrounds. It is also suited to individuals working or intending to work in this growing area throughout the UK or abroad and for employees of organisations intending to devise and implement an environment strategy.

The environment is the burning issue of the 21 century and is now a significant growth area for employment. Large and small organisations are now investing sums of money to meet the stringent environmental laws imposed on them and it is clear looks set to expand. Now more than ever is the time to get a qualification in Environmental Management.... [-]

This course is aimed at responsible practitioners within the built environment who would like to enrich their knowledge of green building technology and permaculture. Course content includes sustainable building systems, permaculture principles and food potential, alternative construction methods, green materials, and natural finishing systems. Ultimately, you will be more knowledgeable about the concept and nuances of sustainability and how various building methods and materials meet and satisfy criteria of alternative and green building practices. Follow up courses such as Sustainable Technology and Eco Trends will help you gain an excellent background into ‘green’ within the built environment.... [-]

Course - Environmental Story and Nature in Brazil

OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the module, the students should be able to:

As an Environmental Technician, you will work to prevent environmental problems, resolve environmental issues when necessary, and provide education to the public.

Throughout this program, you will engage in a wide range of hands-on environmental training activities to complement your in-class courses. As a result, you'll be well-prepared to monitor and improve the natural environment.