Environmental migration [SGOGB207]

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student will be able to : - understand the issues related to environmental migration - Understand how to measure the influence of the environment on migration decision-making - identify the most appropriate way to represent this type of movement

Objectives

The objective of the course is to understand how the number of environmental migrants can be estimated and to better understand the role of the environment in the decision to migrate. We will also address the geo-political issues surrounding migration.

Content

Environmental migration is a key issue today. The question of how environmental and climate change affect migration movements is the subject of controversial debate not only among scientists, but also among policy makers and the general public. The number of people moving for environmental reasons is expected to increase, especially in light of climate change predictions. It is important to understand the mechanisms that link the environment, its changes and human mobility. This understanding is necessary for appropriate policy-making.