Environment and Society Course
This Environment and Society Course prepares environmental professionals to assess coastal risks, evaluate social vulnerabilities, and create fair coastal policies. Participants gain hands-on experience with real-world data, GIS mapping, mixed research methods, and communication strategies to foster resilient community planning and equitable environmental protection across vulnerable areas.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Participants in this focused course gain expertise in evaluating coastal hazards, social vulnerabilities, and risk perceptions, applying core theories, mixed-methods research, GIS spatial analysis, and practical strategies for mapping inequalities, community involvement, and delivering persuasive policy briefs to promote resilient and just coastal development.
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Develop skills
- Analyze coastal risks by mapping hazards, vulnerability, and exposure efficiently.
- Apply GIS tools to integrate census, FEMA, and NOAA data for identifying inequities.
- Develop equity-oriented policies including zoning, buyouts, and green infrastructure.
- Perform mixed-methods case studies with surveys, interviews, and basic statistics.
- Present findings effectively through maps, briefs, and actionable city strategies.
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