About this course
This course focuses on the natural science aspects of climate change with the focus on the interaction of different processes happening on Earth. By learning about the scale of time in the geological and historical context, we will improve our understanding of the changes in the future.
We will address topics as diverse as geomorphology, management of natural hazards, and renewable energy sources and, with Iceland as your case study, you gain a thorough understanding of landscape dynamics, general climate mechanisms, and how civilizations have interacted with natural risks.
Syllabus
Pre-requisites
One course in environmental or earth science at university level.
Recommended experience
One year of physics or chemistry at university level is recommended.
Study Tour note
Bring appropriate clothing and footwear to stay warm and dry during the Study Tour in potential subzero temperatures. Confidence in hiking on hilly and potentially slippery terrain is mandatory.
Faculty
Sebastian Fabian Jensen Zastruzny
FacultyPhD (Geography-Geosciences, University of Copenhagen). Educated in permafrost dynamics at the Centre for Permafrost, IGN. Research on permafrost cores, water samples, climate data series, process based modelling, and effects of future climate change. Conducted fieldwork and taught field courses in Greenland and Denmark multiple times.With DIS since 2023.
Jade Omotoyosi Nina Brauns
FacultyPh.D Candidate (In progress, Climate Dynamics, University of Copenhagen, 2026). MSc (Physics, University of Copenhagen, 2023). Power systems consultant, Silicon Grid, 2019-2021. With DIS since 2025