Objectives and competences
This course examines theoretical, methodological and practical aspects of sustainable food systems, placing an emphasis on the social, political, economic and environmental contexts that shape and are shaped by the abovementioned elements in order to understand what constitutes a sustainable food system. Practical aspects of this course include: A visit/interview with food companies and agrifood parks, a visit to a school canteen, an interactive in-class activity where students measure their carbon footprints, and more. Particularly suitable for students with a background in environmental studies, agricultural studies & 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: 850,00 € An increase of 10% is applied to the price, up to a maximum of € 70, as administration fee |
| In-company placement(s): | No |
| Classes begin: | 12/09/2023 |
| secretaria.campusalimentació@ub.edu | |
| Master's degree course homepage | www.ub.edu/campusalimentacio |
| Managment | LAMUELA RAVENTOS, ROSA |
| Open pre-enrolment | No |
| Lead to doctoral studies | No |
| Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualification: | Yes |
Objectives and competences
Objectives
-Analyse food systems research results and policies for evidence-based assessments and ethical decision-making.
-Communicate clearly and effectively about food systems through writing and oral presentations in a professional setting of diverse peers.
-Engage in respectful dialogue, collaborative teamwork, and problem solving with those of differing viewpoints 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
Calendar
29/09/2023 30/10/2023Contact us
Faculty or school where the course is taught
| 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 lecture halls (Carrer d'Aribau, 2). |
For further enquiries
| 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, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. |