ENV507

Unit Code: ENV507

Unit Title: Legislation and Policy Studies

This unit will introduce students to learn about the differences between, legislations, policies and provincial ordinances. It guides students through the processes of how legislation, policies and ordinances are derived and adopted or enacted.  Their effectiveness, policing and implications on public behaviour, will form part of the student’s policy evaluation and recommendation strategies. They will have at their disposals certain national legislation, policies and provincial ordinances especially those pertinent to the environment. Students will appreciate the step in policy formulation such as; identify the problem, lists of alternative solutions, analysis and recommendations.