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Sustainability and ResponsibilityLaajuus (1 cr)

Code: SO26SP011

Credits

1 op

Objective

The student:
- is familiar with the various aspects of sustainable development
- can reflect on how sustainability affects both individuals and society
- has insights into global and system-related perspectives on sustainable development and responsibility
- has a basic understanding of the difference between linear and circular systems

Content

Global environmental analysis
Various sustainability initiatives
Professional field analysis – sustainability related to one's professional field
Sustainability concepts and general definitions
Global material flows
Novia University of Applied Sciences' strategic and practical work with sustainability

Qualifications

No previous knowledge required

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
The student demonstrates a superficial connection to literature

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession