One of the most impactful ways the University can make the world a better place is by equipping students with the knowledge and confidence they need to influence and transform systems to serve people and the planet. We are working to meaningfully embed climate and sustainability across the curriculum, offering all students the opportunity to engage with climate and environmental topics.We also provide excellent training and open resources to staff, students and people external to the University, from school children to businesses. Our progress The Curriculum Transformation Programme is progressing to embed sustainability deeper into the curriculum.Over 300 students participated in the Students as Change Agents programme in 2022 addressing challenge questions such as: "How can we tackle overconsumption in fashion?" and how could a non-profit "go further in supporting Cambodian youth in contributing to the sustainable development of their society?"Over 7,000 people participated in the short online course: Learning for a Sustainable Future. Degree programmes and elective modules Discover the degree programmes and elective modules with a sustainability focus – themed around one or more of the Sustainable Development Goals. Living lab projects For us, treating the University as a Living Lab means using our own student and researcher capabilities to solve social responsibility and sustainability issues relating to our infrastructure and practices. Support for teaching sustainability Embed sustainability in the taught curriculum with the help of a variety of development resources. No matter what your discipline or experience, we encourage you to join our community of practice which is co-organised with the UN centre of regional expertise in education for Sustainable Development. Institute for Academic Development University-level support for teaching, learning and researcher development; through leadership, innovation, collaboration and direct provision that benefits students, staff and the University’s international reputation. Training Introduction to SustainabilityBiodiversity Literacy TrainingCarbon Literacy TrainingModern Slavery TrainingSustainable Lab Resources Edinburgh Award: Climate and Sustainability Leadership Empowering students to become leaders in climate and sustainability action by providing knowledge and skills.This will appear on students' transcripts upon graduation. Work-based placements and internships Earth Fellows Modern Apprenticeships Past internships This article was published on 2024-10-01
