Module POC3095 for 2019/0
- Overview
- Aims and Learning Outcomes
- Module Content
- Indicative Reading List
- Assessment
Undergraduate Module Descriptor
POC3095: Environmental Knowledge Controversies
This module descriptor refers to the 2019/0 academic year.
Please note that this module is only delivered on the Penryn Campus.
Module Aims
This module provides an applied introduction to environmental policy conflicts and state-of-the-art ideas for their resolution. In taking a close look at the scientific evidence base on conflictual environmental policy issues, you will come to understand how science is a socially constructed endeavour. You will be able to understand the challenges of producing consensual policy on issues that have a disputed evidence base, and which consequently polarise society.
On successfully completing the programme you will be able to: | |
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Module-Specific Skills | 1. demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the role of science in the governance of environmental issues 2. understand, evaluate and critically apply a range of concepts and theories on the science-policy nexus to the governance of environmental issues 3. identify and evaluate different methods for reconciling democracy with expertise, and critically assess their contribution |
Discipline-Specific Skills | 4. find, read, use and critically analyse secondary data relevant to specific issue areas 5. construct rigorous political arguments |
Personal and Key Skills | 6. demonstrate in-depth understanding of the processes through which knowledge is socially constructed. 7. work independently to produce coursework to deadlines 8. communicate effectively and to evaluate critically in your written and oral work 9. work in a small team to plan and execute a mock citizen conference |