Sustainable Development in Madrid

Spanish Language & Culture Program
Madrid, Spain

Dates: 1/4/25 - 5/24/25

Spanish Language & Culture

Sustainable Development in Madrid

Sustainable Development in Madrid Course Overview

OVERVIEW

CEA CAPA Partner Institution: CEA CAPA Madrid Center
Location: Madrid, SPAIN
Primary Subject Area: Sustainability
Other Subject Area: Sociology, Env. Sciences
Instruction in: English
Course Code: SUS350
Transcript Source: University of New Haven
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
Prerequisites: Prior to enrollment, this course requires completion of one 200-level course or two 100-level courses in the subject area(s) of instruction.

DESCRIPTION

This course aims to empower students to actively engage in sustainable development initiatives while utilizing their city as a learning laboratory. Through the exploration of the city of Madrid, students will gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to address complex sustainability challenges facing society using the city of Madrid as a case study. The curriculum emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating concepts from environmental science, social sciences, economics, and policy studies to foster a holistic understanding of sustainability. Students will explore the ethical challenges involved in the creation and maintenance of sustainable societies.

Course is cross listed with CUL373.