Ekaterina Chertkovskaya (Technology and Society, LTH) and Max Koch (Social Work, Social Sciences) have joined forces to launch a new X-course on degrowth, supported by EduLab.

Degrowth and socio-ecological transformation

In the context of climate emergency, there is an increasing demand from society and students to learn how societies can function well without economic growth.

This interdisciplinary course gives an overview of degrowth as both a critique of the perpetual pursuit of economic growth and a vision for socio-ecological transformation, putting the principles of ecological sustainability and social justice at the forefront. It provides insights into rethinking socio-technical systems in the fields of production and consumption, energy and materials, work and welfare, technology, and governance.

Key information

• Course code for LU students: TFRE60

• Course code for exchange students: FMIA15

• When: 6 October – 12 December 2025

• Apply by: 15 April 2025

• Language: English

• Mode of study: online

• Entry requirements: Upper-secondary level

• Speed: 33%

Key links

• Read the course syllabus in English
• Read the course syllabus in Swedish
• Information about the course on LU's website, in Swedish
• Apply for this course on antagning.se

Course contact:

Ekaterina Chertkovskaya (ekaterina.chertkovskaya@miljo.lth.se)