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This course introduces the components and structure of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and discusses how national guidelines and requirements for EIAs influence the outcome. Current EIAs include an evaluation of environmental, economic, social and cultural impacts of development projects, hence the course is interdisciplinary by nature and is relevant for a range of academic disciplines. The course provides a comprehensive overview and thorough knowledge of EIA procedures and methodologies, introduces basic concepts and generic methodologies, and focuses on EIA within the fields of agriculture and forestry, natural resource management, infrastructure and water resource management projects. The problems and pitfalls of EIA are also discussed. The course mainly focuses on EIA in developing countries, but examples from Denmark and other countries are also used.

The course provides foundational knowledge of adult psychopathology, clinical psychology, and clinical interviewing, with a specific focus on a set of practical issues, such as the impact of cultural differences, the development of key intrapersonal skills (e.g. perspective taking, mindfulness, epoché, empathy) and interpersonal skills (e.g. communication strategies, setting, interventions and techniques). The course introduces the concepts of culture and identity, nomality, deviance and psychopathology through the framework of social constructionist theory. During the whole course, in-depth analysis of various topics may vary according to students' requests and previous knowledge. Classes consist of traditional lectures as well as interactive and student-centered activities aimed to foster an active learning process, such as group work, class debates, role play, and presentations.

This course is intended to give a greater understanding of monetary and financial policy within the global economy, with a focus on historical policy developments, current debates, and the institutional structure of central banks and regulatory agencies in the United States, Japan, China, and Europe. After building an analytical toolset, we will look at how these institutions dealt with significant economic problems in a series of case studies like the Great Recession in the United States, the sovereign debt crisis in Europe, the stock market collapse in Japan, and the challenges of property markets and local debt in China. We will use these case studies to better understand topics such as unconventional monetary policy, problems of debt, and reform of the global financial system. We will finally examine contemporary debates around inflation policy, international spillovers, and policy coordination.

The course fosters the student's acquaintance with classical Latin and explores both prose and verse authors. The authors chosen may vary from year to year. Particular attention is paid to the development of their ideas, literary styles, and genres. There are lectures on the authors set, seminars to discuss broader themes within the module, and tutorials to monitor and assist progress in study of the language and interpretation of the literature. Students must have passed first year Latin to take this course.

This course examines the Sino-American relations in the last several hundred years with special focus on their shared values and experiences and emphasize both diplomatic and people-people relations from cultural and international history perspectives.

This honors-level course equips students with a comprehensive understanding and practical skills for embracing a holistic approach to healthy living. The curriculum empowers individuals to make informed decisions about nutrition, while cultivating habits that contribute to overall well-being. Through engaging discussions, in-depth research, and critical analysis of scientific studies, students integrate theoretical knowledge into practical applications. The course provides a strong foundation in holistic health, enabling informed choices and sustainable practices for lifelong wellness. Students maintain a health journal, recording insights and progress as topics are explored. Topics include Unpacking Your Beliefs about Health & Nutrition, Whole Foods vs Processed Foods, Macronutrients & Micronutrients, Becoming Literate in Nutritional Labels, Protein Packed Punch: The Science Behind Proteins, Careful with Carbs, Breaking Down Food: The Digestive System, and more. 

This course explores the various techniques and concepts of ceramics, with an emphasis on basic skills and crafts of clay. The course includes introductory information and experiments in clay free-hand technique related to ceramics arts, starting from making building techniques, glazing techniques, and kiln firing operations. The course introduces ceramic art history and its long-term cultural traditions, as well as contemporary ceramics concepts and ceramics installation arts. It has a minimum of two filed trips to Fustat, an ancient ceramics area in old Cairo, to explore the historical and local craft of ceramic art and Egypt's social history in relation to the field.

This course is designed for students with no prior knowledge of the language. Students learn the Hebrew alphabet; they learn to speak, listen, read and write. Basic vocabulary on a range of topics (e.g. home, family, daily activities, shops, classroom) is rapidly acquired. Students learn basic syntax and Hebrew grammar, including all three tenses of different verbs.

Through a diverse range of specific case studies, this course introduces students to the study of language policy, incorporating language management, language practices and language beliefs. Crucially, this field sheds light on the balance of power between different languages and their users. In addition to framing key concepts in the field, four specific sociolinguistic case studies will typically be considered: these vary from year to year, but may include languages such as Gaelic, Greenlandic, Russian, the Sámi languages, Scots, and Spanish (no prior knowledge of any of these is required). Thematic topics and approaches to be covered also vary, but may include globalization, minoritization, indigeneity, legal frameworks, education, commodification, media, language visibility, superdiversity, pluricentrism, and language contact.

 

Transnational corporations and local businesses face significant challenges arising from geopolitical tensions. This course introduces the intricate relationship between geopolitics and business operations at both the international and local levels.