Browse Hierarchy GEG6231: Fragile Environments

Marine, freshwater and terrestrial environments are increasingly subject to changing external stressors, including climate change, pollution, land-use and resource consumption. Examining the impact of multiple stressors, this module integrates physical, chemical, and biological understanding to explore the history and modification of environmental settings, why they are considered to be fragile, and how fragile environments and landscapes can be understood, assessed, managed and restored. The module will be delivered through a residential overseas or UK field trip to visit fragile environments; the specific field location will be announced in advance each year.