Water Security for Policy Makers and Practitioners Short Course

Jun 20, 2016 - Jun 24, 2016 | International Development University of East Anglia
Norwich, UK
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Bringing together key strengths in water politics, climate change, agricultural water management and water allocation, this course will provide participants with an exceptional chance to acquire an understanding of this key global issue.

Aim

Participants will acquire a variety of tools and analytical frameworks from a variety of disciplines and an extended understanding of this key national and global issue. They will leave the course with an ability to critically assess and address current water security policy, to gain an appreciation of the relations between water security and energy, climate, food, human and national security. Participants will also substantially develop their networks and resource bases.

Target Audience

The course is designed for entry and mid-level water and development policy-makers and professionals in government, donor, NGO or implementing agencies as well as for environmental journalists, consultants and activists.

Teaching Team

The course is co-directed by Dr Naho Mirumachi and Dr Jessica Budds from the UEA Water Security Research Centre. Naho and Jessica are supported by a team of internationally recognised tutors including Professor Tony Allan (University of London KCL/London Water Research Group), Professor Declan Conway (LSE), Dr Marisa Goulden (UEA), Professor Kevin Hiscock (UEA), Professor Bruce Lankford (UEA), Dr David Tickner (UEA/WWF), Dr Mark Zeitoun (UEA)

Eligibility Criteria

The course is conducted in English. Full competence in English, written and spoken is an essential requirement.

Fee: £1800 This includes all tuition, self-catering accommodation, daily lunch and refreshments. 

Further information If you have any further questions or would like to apply for the course please email the training office on devco.train@uea.ac.uk or go to our application form.