. "Environmental systems analysis: methods and applications"@en . . "6" . "Contents:\nEnvironmental problems are complex and of a multidisciplinary character. In solving these problems often many actors are involved. Analyzing such complex problems requires an integrated approach. In this course, tools and methods are taught that can be used to analyze environmental issues while taking into account these interactions. Environmental systems analysis studies are often performed to assist decision-makers in finding solutions to specific environmental problems. In this course, attention is paid to interactions between researchers (systems analysts) and the users (decision-makers) of the results of environmental systems analysis studies.\nThe course starts with a general introduction in which a systems analysis procedure is presented. Next, tools and methods used in environmental systems analysis are introduced. Special attention is given to modelling. Group work study gives more insight in the use of environmental systems analysis and tools and methods.\nLearning outcomes:\nAfter successful completion of this course students are expected to be able to:\n- describe the general procedure of environmental systems analysis (in steps);\n- describe the basic characteristics of environmental systems analysis, with a focus on integrating knowledge from the natural and social science domains;\n- describe the importance of the science-policy interface, with attention to integrated assessment models;\n- apply the following tools that can be used in different steps of environmental systems analysis:\ncausal diagram;\nstakeholder analysis;\necosystem service analysis;\ncost-benefit analysis;\nscenario analysis;\nenvironmental modelling;\nmulti-criteria analysis;\nlife cycle assessment;\nenvironmental impact assessment;\n- integrate the appropriate environmental systems analysis tools;\n- perform a limited environmental systems analysis to analyze complex environmental problems." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Other Environmental Sciences Kas"@en . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . "Master in Environmental Sciences"@en . . "https://www.wur.nl/en/education-programmes/master/msc-programmes/msc-environmental-sciences.htm" . "120"^^ . "Presential"@en . "The Environmental Sciences master's programme in Wageningen has its roots in the natural, technological and social sciences. Students will gain insight into the socio-economic causes and the characteristics of pollution and degradation of the natural environment, including the effects on human beings, the atmosphere, ecosystems and other organisms. This two-year programme is based on an interdisciplinary approach. Students learn to develop analytical tools and models, as well as technologies, socio-political arrangements and economic instruments to prevent and control the wicked environmental and sustainability issues like climate change, biodiversity loss and resource depletion."@en . . "2"@en . "FALSE" . . "Master"@en . "Thesis" . "2314.00" . "Euro"@en . "19600.00" . "Mandatory" . "Graduates find jobs at many different organisations. Professional job possibilities can be found as:\r\n\r\nA researcher at a university or a research institute\r\nAn adviser at governmental authorities (ministries, provinces and municipalities) or waterboards\r\nAn engineer or a consultant in the industry"@en . "4"^^ . "TRUE" . "Downstream"@en . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .