The geopolitics of energy transition - MEE200

MODULE TYPE: SDG11
MODULE DESCRIPTION
The course explores the relationship between the energy transition and international energy politics and governance. In particular, the course explores the geopolitics of renewables, that is the impact of wind, solar, and bioenergy use on inter-state relations and the set of institutions and organisations that structure international transactions and politics in the field of energy.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge:
Geopolitics and international relations theory
The role of energy in international politics
Concepts and theories related to the subject of the course
Energy politics in a number of geographical areas
The fragmented system of global energy governance
The impact of the energy transition on international affairs
Controversies related to the on-going transition towards renewables Skills: description of different cases with an
Importance to the geopolitics of energy
Description of theoretical concepts related to the geopolitics of energy
Application of a (number of) perspective(s) to a given case
Addressing various challenges with regard to global energy governance
Showing an understanding of international environmental negotiations and governance
Assessing the links between the geopolitics of energy the energy transformation
Critically assessing and evaluating different energy- and environment-related policy measures
Demonstrating an understanding of the range and substance of political and policy issues related to energy politics and energy security concerns
Competencies:
Formulating and expressing knowledge about problems associated with today's system of energy governance
Formulating and communicating challenges associated with bringing energy systems in alignment with ecological limits
processing quantitative as well as qualitative data
Making effective presentations
Showing a good capacity for independent learning
Module level: Basic
Degree level: Master
Language: English
Study mode: Online
SDG11 Theme: Energy and sustainability
ECTS: 10
Semester: Spring semester
Starting date: January
Finishing date: June
Enrollment period: TBA
The admission is currently possible for learners from ECIU partner universities. Please fill this document and send it to the admission-contact person: eciu@uis.no