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Environmental Politics in the Anthropocene (L2111)

30 credits, Level 6

Autumn teaching

In the face of fast-paced environmental changes, climate scientists describe the present as a new earth age – the Anthropocene – where humanity is the most impactful geological force.

The Anthropocene challenges fundamental assumptions about how politics works, what it can achieve and how it can respond to global problems. You’ll explore a range of perspectives on ecology and its governance from – and beyond – the Global North. By engaging with policymaking, activism and art, the module unpacks who or what is responsible for the burgeoning climate crisis, and where solutions might be found.

Contact hours and workload

This module is approximately 300 hours of work. This breaks down into about 33 hours of contact time and about 267 hours of independent study. The University may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2025/26. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.