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Sustainable Bioeconomy in the Food ChainLaajuus (2 cr)

Code: 9A00DC03

Objective

The student will be able to…
• understand the basic definition of bioeconomy
• define the central elements of bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy and understand the diversity of the concepts
• conceptualise the key strategies and policies of bioeconomy
• Understands the processes of bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy
• identify the development opportunities of bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy in the food sector
• understand the challenges and solutions of bioeconomy

Content

Introduction, course objectives and practices, the definitions of bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy.
The key strategies and policies of bioeconomy.
The processes of bioeconomy.
Bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy in the food chain – good practices.
Challenges and solutions for bioeconomy.

Qualifications

No requirements for previous studies.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student understands the basic concepts of bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy as well as the diversity of the concepts, and their role in the food chain. They understand the key elements of the strategies and guiding policies of bioeconomy. They recognize the process of materials and energy in the circular bioeconomy.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student understands the basic concepts of bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy as well as the diversity of the concepts, and their role in the food chain. They understand the key elements of the strategies and guiding policies of bioeconomy They recognize the process of materials and energy in the circular bioeconomy. They are able to mention the practical models of bioeconomy as well as conceptualize the challenges and solutions for bioeconomy.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student understands the basic concepts of bioeconomy and circular bioeconomy as well as the diversity of the concepts, and their role in the food chain. They understand the key elements of the strategies and guiding policies of bioeconomy They recognize the process of materials and energy in the circular bioeconomy as well as are able to find the opportunities for development. The student can apply the models of bioeconomy into practice. They understand the challenges of bioeconomy, and are able to find solutions for the challenges.