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Unit Code: ENS711

Unit Name: Atmospheric Sciences & Globsl Climate Change

Description: This course aims to introduce the concept, strategic overview and an understanding of the causes of climate change globally and within the South Pacific region; knowledge of current climate trends and projections for the South Pacific; an appreciation of potential impacts of climate change on natural and socio-economic systems in the region; knowledge of adaptive and mitigative measures available to buffer the impacts; an understanding of the regional and international policy framework within which climate change is addressed; and the negotiation skills required to make significant contributions at regional and international climate change meetings and Conventions.Some of Labs and Practicals has to decided according the current Climate Scenario.

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Prerequisite: ENS504

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 2