Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the key risks and vulnerabilities that climate change poses to society and infrastructure, and why a comprehensive, integrated response is crucial.
Identify practical adaptation strategies, including engineering solutions, for managing climate-related hazards in critical areas.
Understand how national and international policies influence climate change response efforts.
Course Agenda
The course is fully asynchronous and delivered through our online learning platform. You'll learn through a combination of:
Short format lectures from Newcastle academic experts.
Asynchronous practical sessions to get hands on with climate data and risk assessment techniques.
Curated videos and podcasts with reflective discussion about key issues.
Tailored interactive reading and learning materials about core scientific concepts.
Dedicated discussion boards to meet your interdisciplinary cohort and explore the challenges of climate resilience together.
