Transformation of the Global Food System
Learn about the ways to create a sustainable global food system through the Transformation of the Global Food System Course.
Beginner
Online
1 WeeksQuick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Transformation of the Global Food System Course is an online course aimed at transforming the existing food systems into more sustainable and efficient versions. The 100% online course offered on the Coursera website focuses on the practices of food production and food consumption in the present times and their link to sustainable development.
The Transformation of the Global Food System Training Course is a beginner-level course taught by Katherine Richardson, Professor at the Sustainability Science Centre, University of Copenhagen. produce, distribute and consume food worldwide. The course constitutes six modules that focus on the development of sustainable food systems.
The Transformation of the Global Food System Certification Course is delivered through informative video lectures, insightful readings and practice sessions. The course will have a flexible learning pattern with 11 hours of study in total. After the completion of assessments, learners will get access to a shareable certificate.
The Highlights
- Shareable certificate
- Flexible deadlines
- 100% online
- 10 study hours
- Video lectures
- Academic readings
- Practice exercise
- English medium
- Financial aid
- Subtitles in English, Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Chinese (Simplified), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, and Spanish.
Programme Offerings
- Digital Shareable Certificate
- Flexible Deadlines
- 100% Online
- English medium
- English Subtitles
- financial aid
- video lectures
- Academic Readings
- Practice Exercises.
- 10 Study Hours
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Coursera |
The fees for the course Transformation of the Global Food System is -
| Head | Amount in INR |
| Course fees | Rs. 2,699 |
What you will learn
After completing the Transformation of the Global Food System Training Course, you will learn about the following topics:
- Aspects of the global food system
- Global Sustainable Development Report
- Challenges faced by small-scale farmers
- Sustainable transformation in large-scale agricultural and food engineering
- Strategies for reducing food loss and waste
- Need for healthy eating habits
- Developing a sustainable global food system
Admission Details
Follow the steps given below to enroll in the Transformation of the Global Food System Online Course:
Step 1: Click on the URL given below -
https://www.coursera.org/learn/transformation-global-food-system
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll for Free” option and select the desired option.
Step 3: Fill in the required details and complete the process.
The Syllabus
Videos
Transformation of the global food system - Introduction
Reading
- Agriculture and planetary boundaries
- TED talk (Video): Kate Raworth – A healthy economy should be designed to thrive, not grow
- Additional material - Global Sustainable Development Report 2019
- Additional material - Jevon's paradox
Assignment
Week 1
Discussion Prompt
- The food system and its links
Videos
- Increasing know-how
- Natural nitrogen fixation
- Better access to finance
- Sharing economy
- A more fair trade system
Assignment
Week 2
Discussion Prompt
Counterproductive trade distortion?
Videos
- Goal-based planning
- Sustainable soils
- Closed-system farming
Reading
- The connection between agriculture and deforestation
- Overview over global agricultural land use
Assignment
Week 3
Discussion Prompt
- Agriculture and deforestation
Videos
- Transport and storage
- Connecting producers and consumers
- Resilience
Reading
From Uniformity to Diversity
Assignment
Week 4
Discussion Prompt
- Agroecology
Videos
- Replacing meat
- Changing habits
- Citizen-driven transformation
- Improving aquaculture
Reading
Focus on what you eat, not whether your food is local
Assignment
Week 5
Discussion Prompt
- What to eat?
Videos
Conclusion: What does transformation really mean?
Reading
How to Sustainably Feed 10 Billion People by 2050?
Assignment
Week 6
Discussion Prompt
- What will it take to achieve the transformation?
Instructors
University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The course is offered by the University of Copenhagen.
Yes, candidates who are unable to pay the fee can apply for financial aid on the official website of Coursera.
No, you do not get any course credits from this course.
The course will require 10 learning hours for completion.
Yes, all learners who complete the paid course will receive a shareable course certificate.