GS425
The Global Lives of Natural Resources
0.5 Credit

A critical examination of what it means to treat nature as a resource, and the global linkages that shape the social, cultural and political dynamics of resource development. Topics include speculation, value, regulation, commodification, infrastructure, and violent conflict.

Additional Course Information
Prerequisites
Registration status: Honours Global Studies and at least 1.0 credit in 300 level GS courses, or permission of the instructor.
Exclusions
GS405a.
Notes
Seminar course: 3 hours/week