Law, Politics and Sustainable Development

Overview

Subject area

PSCI

Catalog Number

2891

Course Title

Law, Politics and Sustainable Development

Department(s)

Description

This course introduces students to the origins and role of development theory and to law and politics related to development, globalization, and sustainability. We will also consider the environmental and social consequences of development, and examine current trends in the United States and the global arena that call into question the sustainability of basic concepts that organize our understanding of development. Specific topics include food, water and energy sustainability, climate change, sustainable development, sustainability initiatives at Queens College, and Indigenous Peoples.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule