Objectives and competences
This course examines the theoretical, methodological and practical aspects of sustainable food systems, with an emphasis on the social, political, economic and environmental contexts that shape and are shaped by those aspects in order to understand what constitutes a sustainable food system. Practical aspects of the course include a visit/interview with food companies and agri-food businesses, a visit to a school canteen and an interactive classroom activity in which students measure their carbon footprint, among other activities. This training is particularly suitable for people with a background in environmental studies, agricultural studies and education.
Basic information
| Type | Postgraduate courses |
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| Certificate | Advanced university course |
| Faculty or school | Facultat de Farmàcia i Ciències de l'Alimentació |
| Branch of knowledge |
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| Mode of delivery | Face-to-face |
| Credits | 6 |
| Length of course | 1 academic year |
| Language(s) of instruction | Catalan |
| Enrolment fee | First year: 900,00 € An increase of 10% is applied to the price, up to a maximum of € 70, as administration fee |
| In-company placement(s) | No |
| Start of teaching period | 16/01/2025 |
| End of teaching period | 11/04/2025 |
| secretaria.campusalimentació@ub.edu | |
| Master's degree course homepage | www.ub.edu/campusalimentacio |
| Managment | Lamuela Raventós, Rosa |
| Open pre-enrolment | No |
| Lead to doctoral studies | No |
| Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualification | Yes |
Objectives and competences
Objectives
- To analyse research findings and policies on food systems in order to be able to make evidence-based assessments and ethical decisions.
- To be able to communicate clearly and effectively in relation to food systems through written and oral presentations in a professional environment with a diverse audience.
- To engage in respectful dialogue, collaborative teamwork and problem solving with people with a wide variety views and backgrounds.
Access and admission
Applicant profile and access requirements
Recommended applicant profile
- Students from educational institutions in the United States with an international agreement with specialized entities.- In exceptional circumstances, places may be filled by national and international students who have proof of a high level of English.
Access requirements and conditions
The course is also open to students with no prior university education, who will acquire the same knowledge and skills and receive a specific qualification for their learner group. Information on the access requirements and other conditions can be obtained from the course directors.Pre-enrolment
Contact us
Classes
| Address | FACULTAT DE FILOLOGIA I COMUNICACIÓ Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 585 08007 - BARCELONA ESPANYA |
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| Email address | fil-secretaria@ub.edu |
| Webpage | www.ub.edu/filologia |
| Telephone | 93 2556000 |
| Observations | Tuesday and Thursday, from 2:15 to 3:45 p.m., at the Faculty of Philology and Communication, Josep Carner Building (Carrer d'Aribau, 2). |
Further information
| Address | FACULTAT DE FARMÀCIA I CIÈNCIES DE L'ALIMENTACIÓ Campus de l'Alimentació de Torribera Av. Prat de la Riba 171 (Recinte Torribera) 08921 - Santa Coloma de Gramenet (Barcelona) ESPANYA |
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| Email address | secretaria.campusalimentació@ub.edu |
| Webpage | www.ub.edu/campusalimentacio |
| Telephone | 93 4031966 |
| Observations | Monday to Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. |