SDG Academy Courses

Age of Sustainable Development

8 reviews

Learn the basics of sustainable development -- what it is, why it's important and how we can achieve it.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Climate Change Science and Negotiations

8 reviews

Humanity is up against a tight timeline to address climate change. Learn how we can deeply decarbonize the global energy systems, and put the world on a 2°C pathway.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Planetary Boundaries

5 reviews

Explore global environmental change and sustainability in this 8-week course by SDG Academy. Learn about planetary boundaries, resilience thinking, and strategies for global sustainability.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Global Public Health

32 ratings at edX

Understanding the value of health not just as a benefit or right of individuals, but as a global public need.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

One Planet, One Ocean

10 ratings at edX

A holistic view of how the ocean functions, how human interactions with the ocean can be understood, and what solutions are available to support both sustainable use and stewardship of our blue planet.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Climate Action: Solutions for a Changing Planet

5 ratings at edX

Learn to combat climate change with this 10-week course from SDG Academy. Gain insights from top researchers and implement solutions for a sustainable future. Suitable for students and professionals.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Feeding a Hungry Planet: Agriculture, Nutrition and Sustainability

7 ratings at edX

Explore sustainable agriculture and food security with SDG Academy's 7-week course. Learn about global food challenges, nutrition, and sustainable development from top universities.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Sustainable Cities

7 ratings at edX

Learn how government, the private sector, and other actors can support sustainable urban development

• edX
• 9 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Sustainable Food Systems: A Mediterranean Perspective

1 review

How do we produce more, better quality, and safer food while simultaneously achieving social and environmental goals?

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Water: Addressing the Global Crisis

1 review

We are living in a water stressed world. It is a global crisis and therefore we must act now! What can we do to save the planet and ensure availability of water for all by 2030?

• edX
• 9 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Mining and Materials for Sustainable Development Transformations

1 review

Learn about the role of mining and materials at the heart of the transformations needed to achieve climate change objectives, a just energy transition, and the Sustainable Development Goals.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Nature-based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience

What are ‘Nature-based solutions’, or NbS? How can they help build resilience to disasters and climate change impacts? Why is NbS relevant? How can I apply NbS in my work and everyday life?

• edX
• 7 weeks, 3-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Globalization: Past and Future

Explore the history and future of globalization with SDG Academy's 4-week course. Dive into six waves of globalization, understand key drivers, and apply lessons to today's changes.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Natural Resources for Sustainable Development

Explore the sustainable development opportunities and challenges in using oil, gas and minerals.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Environmental Security and Sustaining Peace

Explore the role of natural resources in conflict and peacebuilding with this 8-week course from SDG Academy. Ideal for specialists, practitioners, and students interested in environmental security.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)