Climate change is arguably the most significant challenge facing the environment and society this century. The impact of environmental factors such as excessive heat, poor air and water quality, and the spread of infectious diseases, are being felt across a range of social, cultural and natural resources, including human health, global development, infrastructure, transport systems, financial markets and supply chains, as well as food, water and energy supplies.
In the Climate, Environment and Society major, you’ll explore how societies can best manage our world’s vast social, economic, political, cultural and technological developments so that they’re governed in a fair and equitable way. To then deepen and broaden your knowledge, you’ll examine climate change through the lens of a range of social science disciplines, including geography, politics, international relations, Indigenous studies and sociology. As a graduate, you’ll have a deep understanding of the interconnections between climate change and society, and an appreciation of the complexity and necessity of taking action.
