Nature and the City

Drawing on urban ecology, biodiversity science, socio-ecological systems research, and environmental governance, the course investigates the conditions that shape biodiversity patterns and ecosystem functioning in cities. Through a combination of theoretical perspectives, policy debates, and international case studies, students explore the strategies and governance approaches that can support more resilient and biodiverse urban environments. Particular attention is given to the transformative changes needed to create resilient, inclusive, and nature-positive urban futures, in line with emerging European and global biodiversity and sustainability agendas.