Sustainability - Principles of Sustainable Communities

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Introduction

Sustainable communities are part of a growing trend towards becoming more environmentally aware and responsible, combining more green spaces with eco-friendly energy sources.

This course provides a definition of a sustainable community as well as the local and global benefits of them.

Learn how to create a sustainable community and about the support available to help community members.

Course code

OSSC

Location:

Varies

Duration

17 hours

Price

£TBA

Course Content

Principles of sustainable communities

The definition of ‘sustainable community’
What makes a community sustainable
The local and global benefits of a sustainable community
Resources that could support community development proposals
Sources of support for implementing sustainable development in communities
How to engage with potential sources of support for development proposals

Additional funding information

Fully Funded course for Scottish Residents only
Non-Scottish residents, can still undertake this course, however full course fee applies.

Course Contact Details

E: openlearning@dumgal.ac.uk
T: 01387 734233

Selling Points

Courses are delivered via distance learning, allowing learners to choose when and where to study
Engaging and interactive activities
Study will develop learners’ knowledge, skills and confidence to enhance their future work and life