Learn about the science of climate change, the risks it poses and how human activity is changing our world. Climate Change poses an increasing threat to the stability of Earth’s systems. If we want to protect our planet from dangerous and unprecedented change, first we must understand the science behind climate change.

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On this course you will explore this science, looking back across 4 billion years of Earth’s history to help you learn the difference between ‘natural’ from ‘human’ induced change; looking to the present to see how the impacts of climate change are already being felt; and finally looking to the future to see what it might hold for our planet.

Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction to Climate Science

Week 2: Evidence for Climate Change

Week 3: Impacts of Climate Change

Week 4: Looking ahead...

What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you'll be able to...

- Describe the key principles of climate change

- Explore past climate change

- Identify signs of climate change

- Explain impacts on land and ocean systems

- Discuss future projections and modelling future scenarios