College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice
This is a 9-credit micro certificate, Social Dimensions of Climate Change. To be equipped to address the multi-faceted, multi-scalar issue of climate change, students, regardless of the career path they choose, need an understanding of both the social and natural dimensions of this socio-environmental issue. Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns. It has social drivers and social impacts, which are characterized by inequality from the local to the global scale.
This micro certificate in Social Dimensions of Climate Change prepares students, including and especially those not focusing on environment and society relationships with their major area of study, to understand and address in their personal and professional lives some of the myriad aspects of climate change, a challenge many deem to be the greatest of our time. Students learn about social science theories and methods related to studying this issue and gain some background knowledge on natural science components. Students who complete this certificate will be better prepared to work to address climate change moving forward and contribute insights about climate change to various fields, including in academic, government, nonprofit, and corporate settings.
CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
- Required credits: 9
- Maximum credits: 15
- Required course: 1 (3 credits)
- Elective courses: 2 (6 credits)
The micro certificate requires the completion of 9 credits with a grade of C or better. Courses taken pass/fail will not count towards the micro certificate.
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