Nature & Environment courses

Explore why sustainability in fashion begins with fur-freeAs the fashion industry’s future leaders and decision-makers, students in the fashion industry today have the potential to steer the industry to a fur-free and sustainable future. On...

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Explore sustainable energy with the experts at the University of CanterburyTo tackle the climate crisis, it’s important for us all to understand the complex problems we face and the significant transformational changes required. On this...

4.54

Explore the definition and impact of superfoodsPlease note this course runs without facilitation Goji berries, quinoa, amaranth and green tea are all foods that have been labelled ‘superfoods’. But what does this superfood label actually...

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Make informed decisions about pressing environmental issues. What will our future look like? Will we continue burning fossil fuels or will we live in a 100% renewable world? How can we address climate change and...

4.36

Explore contingency plans for ensuring food security during COVID-19 in Europe. Please note this course runs without facilitation Movement restrictions imposed due to the coronavirus are leading to an increase in food stockpiling, and there...

Develop knowledge and research skills in marine conservationIt is widely accepted that the phenomenal biodiversity within underwater ecosystems and habitats has been very negatively affected by human interaction. The exact nature and course of the...

4.84

Understand how mosquitoes and other arthropod disease vectors can be controlledThe spread of vector-borne diseases, including malaria, Zika virus and dengue fever, are of global concern. In 2017, the World Health Organisation (WHO) released their...

4.81

Explore the different carbon footprint modelling toolsNo matter how many green practices you have in place, companies still produce at least some carbon in their operations. On this six-week course, you’ll be guided through the...

4.94

Teach the causes of climate change, and how we can mitigate global warmingOn this course, you’ll learn how to successfully teach climate change to secondary school students aged 11-14 years old. You’ll learn about the...

4.38

From the basics of astronomy to the science behind the birth of a star, this course will change the way you see the night sky. Starting with Orion’s famous nebula, where new stars and planets...

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In this course, you will learn about the bioactive components and the benefits of rice bran and fermented rice bran for preventing chronic diseases such as metabolic syndrome. You will learn about the basic knowledge...

4.65

Understand the weather Ever wondered what the difference between a hurricane, cyclone and typhoon is? Or what a ‘front’ is? Or asked how weather warnings are issued? Maybe you’ve even spoken about the weather today....

4.62

Discover solutions to climate changeMan-made climate change is one of the biggest threats to the world. The effects are already being seen through receding glaciers, ocean acidification and an increasingly vulnerable food supply. It’s vital...

4.76

Learn how to address challenges in growing, harvesting, and processing foodAre you inspired to join the next generation of scientists and tackle challenges in food security? On this course, you will get access to innovative...

4.56

From environmental tech to green design, find your way in sustainable innovationAre you curious about how you can use technology to solve our climate crisis? Sustainability is one of the most pressing cultural, societal, and...

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The food industry is one of the most important commercial sectors in the world. Everyone uses it, but how many people abuse it? As we witness the increasing globalisation of the supply chain, a growing...

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Enhance your knowledge of global food safety and nutrition issuesFood security is reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, safe, and nutritious food. On this three week course, you’ll learn some of the challenges...

4.76

Learn how to improve antimicrobial stewardship as a veterinary nurse or surgeonVets and human health professionals both have a responsibility to address the challenge of antimicrobial stewardship. Veterinary nurses, surgeons and pharmacists need the...

4.72

Discover how to make any room beautiful with these indoor gardening tipsHouse plants can help make any indoor space more beautiful. Growing and taking care of house plants can also offer mood-boosting benefits. This course...

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Explore how circular economy can foster sustainable urban food systemsPlease note this course runs without facilitation. A Spanish version of the course can be found here. In a scenario where the world’s population will reach...