Political Aspects of Sustainability: Analysis of EU and National Regulation (SZF_249)
About Study Course
Objective
The course aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the political aspects of sustainability by analysing European Union and national-level regulations in the areas of climate, energy, and sustainable development. It also seeks to develop students’ ability to critically assess sustainability policies and the impact of legal instruments on public administration, the private sector, and society as a whole, fostering an understanding of sustainability challenges and their solutions within a democratic and rule-of-law framework.
Prerequisites
General understanding and foundational knowledge in political science, public administration, or law. Prior exposure to issues in politics, international relations, jurisprudence, or environmental policy is desirable.
Learning outcomes
1.Upon completion of the course, students will acquire an in-depth understanding of the political aspects of sustainability and their legal framework at the European Union and national levels. Students will understand the objectives, instruments, and implementation mechanisms of EU sustainability policy, including climate policy, energy and sustainable development regulation, as well as the impact of these policies on the legal systems of the Member States, public administration, and the private sector. The fundamental principles of sustainability policy formulation, implementation, and monitoring in the international and European context will be covered.
1.Kursa rezultātā studējošie nostiprinās profesionālās kompetences ilgtspējas politikas un regulējuma izvērtēšanā, tostarp spēju pieņemt pamatotus spriedumus par ilgtspējas risinājumiem politikas un pārvaldības kontekstā. Tiks attīstīta kritiskās domāšanas kompetence, kas ļauj orientēties sarežģītos un dinamiskos politiskajos procesos, kā arī starpdisciplināra izpratne par ilgtspējas jautājumiem. Studenti būs spējīgi atbildīgi un argumentēti iesaistīties profesionālajā un pilsoniskajā dialogā par ilgtspējas politiku ES un nacionālā līmenī.
1.As a result of the course, students will strengthen their professional competences in the evaluation of sustainability policies and regulatory frameworks, including the ability to make well-founded judgements on sustainability solutions in the context of policymaking and governance. Critical thinking competences will be developed, enabling students to navigate complex and dynamic political processes, as well as to gain an interdisciplinary understanding of sustainability issues. Students will be able to engage responsibly and argumentatively in professional and civic dialogue on sustainability policy at the EU and national levels.
