Sustainable (municipal) waste management in urban coastal city
Dates & Timetable:
Application for this micro-credential is closed for now and will be open in spring 2026
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| Wednesday, 14/05/2025 | 15:00-17:00 Central European Time – Croatia, France, Germany, Spain, or 16:00-18:00 Eastern European Time – Cyprus, Greece, Lithuania, Romania, or 14:00-16:00 Western European Time – Ireland |
| Wednesday, 21/05/2025 | |
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Wednesday, 28/05/2025
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Wednesday, 04/06/2025
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| Wednesday, 11/06/2025 |
Description:
Confront the global waste challenge with this practical micro-credential focused on sustainable waste management in coastal urban environments. Explore waste lifecycles, social and environmental consequences, and innovative, policy-driven solutions aligned with the UN. Engage in workshops and case studies that build critical thinking, teamwork, and applied expertise to become a leader in environmental sustainability. Take action to create cleaner, fairer cities.
Learning Outcomes:
- Interpret international and European policies on waste management.
- Develop and implement sustainable waste management strategies.
Sustainable development goals:
- SDG10. Reduced inequalities
- SDG11. Sustainable cities and communities
- SDG12. Responsible consumption and production
- SDG17. Partnerships for the goals
Sector:
Coastal
Thematic area:
Waste management in coastal areas
HASHTAGS/KEY WORDS:
#business #technologies #policies #strategy
Volume (ECTS):
1
Language:
English
Hard skills:
Analysis of waste management legislation and policy Practical knowledge of sustainable waste management strategies
Soft skills:
Critical thinking and problem-solving through case studies Collaboration and communication skills via group work and presentations
Study format:
Online
Study methods:
Lecture Group discussions Case studies
Hours
Synchronous contact hours: 10
Asynchronous hours & self directed learning: 15
Entry requirements:
Bachelor student in one of the 9 partner universities of EU-CONEXUS, providing a proof of English proficiency of at least B2 level (certificate or online test).
Assessment:
Quiz and conversation during presentation
HOST UNIVERSITY:
La Rochelle Universitรฉ, France
Stage of accreditation:
Institutional accreditation
