GEN1022 Sustainability in Action

GEN1000 Perspectives on General Education, except with the permission of the Module Coordinator

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This service-learning module explores global, regional, and local sustainability issues and provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to address these issues. By adopting perspectives highlighting the humanistic dimensions and cultural aspects of environmental decision-making, the module encourages a comprehensive understanding of sustainability, fostering holistic approach to addressing local, regional, and global challenges. As a result, students develop analytical, problem-solving, and cultural competence skills and apply them to a real-life service project. The module is composed of guest lectures and the service project. Experts from various fields offer valuable insights into the complex relationships between human societies, ethical considerations, and the environment, as well as the practical application of sustainability principles. The service project allows students to apply their acquired knowledge and skills to a real-life sustainability initiative with community partners. The module emphasises personal and societal responsibility towards sustainability and the impact of individual and collective actions in shaping a sustainable future aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Upon completion of this module, students should be able to:

a. Define the concept of sustainability and examine its ethical and cultural values in the context of human society and the environment;

b. Develop analytical, problem-solving, system thinking, and resource management skills in addressing sustainability challenges that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals;

c. Apply knowledge and skills to develop innovative, culturally responsive, and environmentally conscious solutions to real-world sustainability issues; and

d. Appreciate the importance of sustainability in maintaining the interactions between human society and the environment and reflect on the impact of individual and collective actions in shaping a sustainable future.