Tools for Assessing Sustainable Resource Use (BENV0072)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of the Built Environment
Teaching department: Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: This module is compulsory for students taking MSc SREPT.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module will introduce you to some of the key methodological tools for understanding the flow of resources through the economy and assessing the sustainability of resource use. It equips you with general knowledge and hands-on experience in the use of tools such as life-cycle analysis (LCA) and material flow analysis (MFA), as well as indicators, integrated assessments, and foresight and scenario analysis. It also provides an introduction to the general principles of I_O analysis and macro-economic modelling frameworks.

Including the following contents but not limited to

Material flow analysis (MFA)
Life cycle analysis (LCA)
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Scenario and foresight analysis
Input-output analysis

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 52
Module leader: Dr Teresa Domenech Aparisi
Who to contact for more information: bseer-studentqueries@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Useful links

Sustainability

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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

Please note,听information in the catalogue is听subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2024/25 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model.

Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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