Energy Policy, Sustainability and Transitions
Explore energy, sustainability, and climate issues, assess supply dynamics, and analyse policy to support the transition to a low carbon economy.
In this course, participants will engage in a thorough examination and critical appraisal of pivotal topics within the realm of energy, sustainability, and climate change. Through a comprehensive exploration, participants will delve into the intricacies of energy supply options and demand dynamics. Furthermore, the course aims to cultivate a nuanced understanding of the associated opportunities and risks inherent in these domains. Participants will also evaluate the instrumental role played by policy frameworks, government initiatives, and the energy sector in facilitating the transition towards a low-carbon economy. This professional development opportunity is designed to equip participants with a holistic and informed perspective on key aspects shaping the future of energy and sustainability.
Topics
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
- Critically appraise global energy, sustainability and climate change issues, the full range of energy options, the changing patterns in energy supply and demand, and the mechanisms for engaging stakeholders in proffering solutions and decision making.
- Critically appraise UK energy policy frameworks, strategies, and policy instruments in a broader European and International context.
- Critically evaluate energy sector strategic responses to key global challenges, including emergent opportunities and risks of energy system decentralisation and digitalisation.
- Critically evaluate and explore the multidisciplinary dimensions of requirements for addressing the opportunities and risks of transitioning to a low carbon economy.
RGU Upskilling
Undertaking a RGU online short course can help you to develop or change your career or support your business to grow.
We're proud to offer a range of online short courses tailored to meet the evolving needs of businesses and individuals in Scotland. If you are domiciled in Scotland, you will be eligible for a fee-waiver place, meaning you can study for free. Identified and created in collaboration with industry, these 15-credit online courses are designed to enhance employability for individuals and organisations looking to upskill their workforce.
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Modules and delivery order may change for operational purposes. The University regularly reviews its courses. Course content and structure may change over time. See our course and module disclaimer for more information.
Detailed module informationLearning methods
This module is delivered through online learning, via the University's Virtual Learning Environment, Moodle.
There will be a short online induction and introduction session followed by a structured timetable of topic content. Each topic will include online lectures, seminars, discussion fora and activities which you can study at your own time and at your own pace. You will be expected to interact in the online environment with your classmates and tutors.
You will be assigned an academic tutor who will be there to support you through the module and clarify the expectations of the module assessment.
Independent Study
Materials and exercises are available online, allowing participants to study flexibly and independently at any time or in any place around existing work and life commitments.
On this course you will also have access to further reading resources and online tutor support.
Assessment
This course is assessed through a presentation and written report.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Academic Year 2024/2025
Fee-waiver places
If you are domiciled in Scotland, you may be eligible for a fee-waiver place, meaning you can study for free.
To be eligible for funding, you need to have 'settled status' in Scotland, with no restrictions on how long you can stay here. For example, this can be from birth or Right to Remain visa.
Eligibility is assessed on application and further evidence may be required.
All other applicants
Applicants who are not eligible for a fee-waiver place can pay to study the course - £500 for the entire course
Additional Costs
The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees:
- The cost of books that you may wish to purchase.
- Costs associated with your placement / study abroad
- Accommodation and living costs
- Printing
Disclaimer
For new intakes course fees are reviewed and published annually for each mode of delivery. Tuition fees are fixed for the duration of a course at the rate confirmed in the offer letter. For further information see:
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