On successful completion of the course the student should have the following learning outcomes

Knowledge
The student will:

- be aware of the ecological challenges brought on by industrial and technological advances
- realize the importance of addressing environmental and climate-related issues
- understand moral, social and political responsibilities when tackling challenges facing mankind
- be familiar with sustainability issues related to generating human food
- be mindful of respecting the value of animal life
- be cognizant of the rapid advances in biotechnology which may sometimes lead to unfamiliar ethical issues
- be able to duly recognize animal welfare issues

Skills
The student should:

- be able to recognize the issues that threaten the fragile ecosystems
- know how to promote sustainable development in all spheres of human activity
- be capable of making morally and ethically acceptable decisions related to environment, and coexistence of other species
- be able to foresee the advantages of utilizing the advances in science and technology within ethically acceptable boundaries

General competence
The student should:

- be aware of moral and ethical consequences of his or her actions
- be able to reason and reflect in order to make sound decisions that are scientifically and sociologically sound
- have the inspiration and conviction to lead, adhering to morally and ethically acceptable choices

Lectures, lab exercises, individual presentations, and feedback.

Assessment methods and criteria:
Course involvement, Individual oral presentation during the course and written report. Pass/not pass. Active involvement in course-related activities prior to during the period will be assessed.

The individual oral presentation on a selected topic and the report based on it, which has to be submitted within a fortnight following the course, will primarily be used for assessing a candidate.