M.INC.ERST.630: Environmental Policy and Planning
Learning outcome
Learning goals / skills: History of policy analysis and planning; theoretical perspectives on policy and planning and their application to environmental policy and planning; issues in environmental policy analysis.
The subject aims:
- To advance knowledge and understanding of concepts, perspectives and theories in the fields of public policy and environmental policy and planning
- To advance knowledge and understanding of important issues in the development of environmental policy and planning
- To advance knowledge and understanding of environmental policy and planning processes and institutions in New Zealand
Courses and examination
- Lecture. Exam: Essay I, Essay II, Final Exam
Prerequisite for examination: After successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Identify, explain and critique a variety of concepts, perspectives and theories in the fields of public policy and environmental policy and planning
- Identify and discuss important issues in the development of environmental policy and planning, including the role of science/experts, public participation, and issues related to strategic policy and planning
- Describe and assess critically institutions and processes relevant to the development of environmental policy and planning in New Zealand
Further details
- Admission requirements: None
- Recommended previous knowledge: None
- Language: English
- Person responsible for module: Ton Buhrs
- Course frequency: Each winter semester
- Duration: One semester
- Number of repeat examinations permitted: Twice
- Recommended Semester: First to third semester
- Maximum number of students: 10