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The Challenge of Global Water Security 
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The Challenge of Global Water Security
 at 
Cardiff University 
Overview

An introduction to the challenges of water security on a local and global scale

Duration

4 weeks

Total fee

4,549

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

UG Certificate

The Challenge of Global Water Security
 at 
Cardiff University 
Highlights

  • Earn a certification after completion
  • Learn from expert faculty
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The Challenge of Global Water Security
 at 
Cardiff University 
Course details

Skills you will learn
Who should do this course?
  • Anyone interested in global water security, but it may be of particular interest to water research professionals and students studying science
What are the course deliverables?
  • Reflect on the concept of water security
  • Explore current challenges in water security across the globe
  • Assess the physical, biological and social facets pertaining to water security in your area or region
  • Develop the broader knowledge to place your local water challenges within wider regional and global contexts
  • Identify those areas where you would like to find out more
More about this course
  • The Challenge of Global Water Security addresses the critical issue of ensuring sustainable access to clean water worldwide
  • This course explores water scarcity, pollution, and management strategies, fostering an understanding of the complex interplay between environmental, social, and economic factors
  • Participants gain insights to contribute to effective global water security solutions

The Challenge of Global Water Security
 at 
Cardiff University 
Curriculum

What is water security?

Current issues affecting water security

Global uncertainties

Emerging problems and solutions

Current issues affecting water security

Water quality

Extreme events

Water footprint

Water access and ethics

Global uncertainties

Climate change drivers

Responses to change

Urbanisation and emerging pollutants

Emerging problems and solutions

Freshwater ecosystem decline

Water infrastructure and innovation

Water quality in catchments

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The Challenge of Global Water Security
 at 
Cardiff University 
Faculty details

Isabelle Durance
Director of the Cardiff University Water Research Institute that brings together researchers across the natural and social sciences to address the challenge of water for people and ecosystems.
Steve Ormerod
Prof Steve Ormerod is among the world's leading applied freshwater ecologists. He researches global change effects on rivers, lakes and wetlands, and is involved heavily in environmental policy.

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