POLS30022 Global Politics of the Environment

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is POLS30022 hard?

POLS30022: About average. Makes it easier: Final exam only 25%. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

The politics behind global environmental problems: who holds power, how well global efforts work, and what fairness demands.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Quizzes 10%, Reports and essays 65%, Final exam 25%

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Quick answers

When is POLS30022 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking POLS30022?
No prerequisites.
Does POLS30022 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 25% of the mark. Assessment: Quizzes 10%, Reports and essays 65%, Final exam 25%.
How many class hours a week does POLS30022 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take POLS30022 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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