Course teacher(s)
Sonia VanderhoevenECTS credits
6
Language(s) of instruction
english
Course content
Drawing on urban ecology, biodiversity science, socio-ecological systems research, and environmental governance, the course investigates the conditions that shape biodiversity patterns and ecosystem functioning in cities. Through a combination of theoretical perspectives, policy debates, and international case studies, students explore the strategies and governance approaches that can support more resilient and biodiverse urban environments. Particular attention is given to the transformative changes needed to create resilient, inclusive, and nature-positive urban futures, in line with emerging European and global biodiversity and sustainability agendas.
Objectives (and/or specific learning outcomes)
To acquire the basic knowledge required to understand the key issues relating to the interaction between humans and the living world in urban environments. To develop analytical skills based on an interdisciplinary approach.
Teaching methods and learning activities
Ex-cathedra lectures; videos; podcasts; readings of scientific articles (in English and French) and documents aimed at public authorities and the general public. Group discussions and support to the drafting of a policy brief.
Course notes
- Université virtuelle
Other information
Contacts
M. Sonia VANDERHOEVEN : sonia.vanderhoeven@ulb.be
Campus
Plaine
Evaluation
Method(s) of evaluation
- written examination
- Practice exam
- Oral presentation
- Group work
written examination
- Open question with short answer
- Open question with developed answer
- Visual question
Practice exam
- Out-of-session examination
Oral presentation
Group work
Students will be required to produce a policy brief and present it to the whole class and the lecturer.
Mark calculation method (including weighting of intermediary marks)
- Written exam: 60%
- Production and presentation of a policy brief: 40%
Language(s) of evaluation
- english