ABOUT
One of our most popular and successful programmes, The Oxford School of Climate Change, will return for its 3rd edition in Hilary 2019! Over the course of eight weeks, the School will bring together a select group of participants from across the University and provide them with a comprehensive education in the core issues underlying climate change, as well as the most promising solutions that have emerged across the world to address it. Participants will get the unique opportunity to learn from some of Oxford University’s most distinguished climate experts, engage in lively group discussions, and become part of our community of tomorrow’s climate leaders.
THE PROGRAMME
The School will consist of eight weekly seminars, to be held on Thursday evenings from 17:30 to 19:30. Each seminar will consist of a lecture given by a leading academic in the field, followed by an open discussion between the lecturer and the entire group. Following each seminar, participants will have the option to further the discussion and share their personal takeaways over dinner and drinks.
The programme is specifically designed to deliver the interdisciplinary knowledge required for successful climate action, while remaining accessible to individuals from all backgrounds. It will begin with a broad overview of the science and impacts of climate change, before diving into a deeper examination of the areas that are most crucial for coherent climate action, such as energy, transport, and law. The programme will conclude by reviewing local and global frameworks for climate mitigation and adaptation, with a view towards practical actions that can be taken by the participants in their daily lives and future careers.
Community building is a significant component of the School's programme. Participants will be given the opportunity to meet other climate-conscious individuals from across Oxford University, and to work together to apply the knowledge they have learned to future projects beyond the School.
The full programme for the School is as follows, with speakers to be revealed throughout the application period:
The programme is specifically designed to deliver the interdisciplinary knowledge required for successful climate action, while remaining accessible to individuals from all backgrounds. It will begin with a broad overview of the science and impacts of climate change, before diving into a deeper examination of the areas that are most crucial for coherent climate action, such as energy, transport, and law. The programme will conclude by reviewing local and global frameworks for climate mitigation and adaptation, with a view towards practical actions that can be taken by the participants in their daily lives and future careers.
Community building is a significant component of the School's programme. Participants will be given the opportunity to meet other climate-conscious individuals from across Oxford University, and to work together to apply the knowledge they have learned to future projects beyond the School.
The full programme for the School is as follows, with speakers to be revealed throughout the application period:
Week 1 - The Science of Climate Change
Week 2 - Impact on the Natural World
Week 3 - Climate Policy and Law
Week 4 - Environmental Economics
Week 5 - The Mobility Challenge
Week 6 - Energy Policy
Week 7 - Cities and Non-State Actors
Week 8 - Technical Interventions & Summary
Week 2 - Impact on the Natural World
Week 3 - Climate Policy and Law
Week 4 - Environmental Economics
Week 5 - The Mobility Challenge
Week 6 - Energy Policy
Week 7 - Cities and Non-State Actors
Week 8 - Technical Interventions & Summary
APPLY NOW
Applications for Hilary 2019 are now open! Click here to apply.
Applications will close at 11:59pm GMT, 9 December 2018 (Sun).
Applications are open to anyone affiliated with the University of Oxford. Students from any academic background are welcome to apply - we are looking for enthusiasm to learn and a drive to get involved in the climate community, more than specific prior experience.
If you would like more information about the School of Climate Change, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!
As with all our events, participation in the School of Climate Change is completely free.
Applications will close at 11:59pm GMT, 9 December 2018 (Sun).
Applications are open to anyone affiliated with the University of Oxford. Students from any academic background are welcome to apply - we are looking for enthusiasm to learn and a drive to get involved in the climate community, more than specific prior experience.
If you would like more information about the School of Climate Change, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!
As with all our events, participation in the School of Climate Change is completely free.
TESTIMONIALS
The Oxford School of Climate Change was a unique opportunity to learn from the best in the field, and meet students who were passionate about social and environmental justice. It changed my life, and it could change yours, too!
- DPhil Sociology
Taking part in the School of Climate Change was a brilliant experience that allowed me to pursue my interest in climate-related issues amongst a tight knit group of equally enthused climate activists from all disciplines across the university. The diversity of people on this course and our varying specialties allowed us all to learn from one other and the incredibly high standard of speakers meant the discussions that took place were insightful, forward-thinking and at times highly provocative. This course is a must for anyone who feels passionately about wanting to learn more about our 21st century climate crisis and how to begin having an impact solving it!
- BA Geography
Being around such a diverse and interdisciplinary group of students who all care about climate change has been such a refreshing experience at Oxford, not least because of the great array of topics included in the programme. The SoCC covers some of the most defining and contentious debates around solutions to environmental issues, from geoengineering and carbon taxes, to flood prevention and decarbonising the economy.
I loved that the programme offers such a welcoming and open space for discussion and debate, and that it is open to everyone from undergraduates to PhDs. It's given me the opportunity to build on my knowledge of issues around climate change, to be challenged by my peers, to interact with some fantastic speakers, and perhaps most importantly, to build so many new friendships, no doubt with many of the future leaders on climate change.
- MSc Global Governance and Diplomacy
I really loved the course. I really felt like it brought together a community of students and academic professionals to talk about and learn about climate change and think how to approach it taking into account the interdisciplinary approach it demands.
- DPhil Philosophy
Great opportunity to meet like-minded people and discuss climate change from a truly interdisciplinary perspective. Having such a broad range of speakers was also incredibly valuable. Great work!
It was an amazing series. I only wish I could do it all again!
