Global Climate and Environmental Change

About this programme

The course provides in-depth knowledge of short- and long-term climate changes, focusing on the natural drivers of climate variability and their environmental consequences. Special emphasis is placed on analyzing cutting-edge research in the context of contemporary international climate politics and policies, as well as understanding the dynamic interplay between climate, the environment, and societal development. The course is part of the Master's Programme in Globalization, Environment and Social Change , but it can also be taken as an elective in other programmes. As a student you must be conscientious about clearly accounting for the material used in the texts that are submitted for examination. To use another person’s expressions or ideas without stating the source is plagiarism. To translate and/or change some words in someone else’s text and present it as your own is also a form of plagiarism. Plagiarism is considered cheating and if discovered in an exam or paper, the exam or paper will be failed immediately and disciplinary measures may be taken. Any student who is caught cheating or disrupting academic activities may be suspended from lectures and exams for a period of up to six months. The Vice Chancellor or the Disciplinary Council decide whether the student is to be subject to any disciplinary measures. The link to Stockholm University's guidelines for disciplinary matters and expulsion can be found on the website: To follow your passion. To be close to international career opportunities. To explore city and countryside. In Stockholm you can really get the