Vår 2026

TEK-2803 Environmental Sustainability and Global Health - 5 stp

The course is administrated by

Fakultet for ingeniørvitenskap og teknologi

Type of course

The course can be taken as a single subject. Minimum students are 5.

Course begins on the 2nd of March 2026 and ends on the 3rd of April 2026.

Course contents

This upper-level online course in Environmental Sustainability and Global Health is designed for university undergraduate students to explore the intricate relationship between environmental factors and public health. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of key global health challenges related to environmental sustainability, including the impacts of climate change, air pollution, and water quality on public health. The course will delve into the social and economic determinants of health, such as food security and occupational safety, and emphasize the importance of health equity and social justice in sustainable development.

Admission requirements

A relevant undergraduate Bachelor Engineering program with minimum 25 credits mathematics, 5 credits statistics, 7,5 credits physics.

Recommended prerequisites: Basic knowledge in chemistry and physics

Objective of the course

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

Understand the key global health challenges related to environmental sustainability.
Comprehend the impact of climate change, air pollution, and water quality on public health.
Recognize the social and economic determinants of health, including food security and occupational safety.
Identify the role of health equity and social justice in sustainable development.

Skills

Analyze the interconnections between environmental changes and health outcomes.
Evaluate public health policies and their effectiveness in promoting sustainability.
Develop strategies for addressing health issues within the framework of sustainable development.
Apply theoretical knowledge to practical case studies in health and sustainability.

General Competence

Demonstrate an integrated understanding of health and sustainability issues.
Communicate effectively about the importance of health in achieving sustainable development goals.
Advocate for policies and practices that promote health and environmental sustainability.
Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to address global health challenges.

Language of instruction

English

Teaching methods

Pedagogical approach: Online lectures (5 weeks): problem-based learning, essays, Video examples, assignments and flipped classroom learning method.