ENG8043 : Finance for Sustainability
ENG8043 : Finance for Sustainability
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Module Leader(s): Dr Nikolaos Papanikolaou
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
This module is designed to provide students with some fundamental concepts and techniques required for understanding the roles and applications of finance in creating a more sustainable and resilient global economy.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module will cover the list of topics below but not necessarily in this order:
• Sustainable finance and the Transition Challenge
• ESG Ratings and sustainable governance
• Climate and Biodiversity related risks
• Sustainable Strategy and Intangibles
• Sustainable financing sources
• Financial solutions for sustainability
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module, students will be able to:
• Explain the nature and importance of sustainable finance and governance
• Discuss thematic issues of sustainable finance
• Identify sustainable financing sources
• Evaluate financial solutions for businesses to achieve their sustainability goals
Intended Skill Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module, students will be able to:
• Apply theoretical concepts to real-world problems
• Conduct analysis of finance to address sustainability problems
• Critically evaluating research papers related to finance for sustainability
• Exercise professional judgement and professional scepticism
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 2 | 5:00 | 10:00 | Preparation of 1,500 word essay |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 14 | 1:00 | 14:00 | Lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | Written examination |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 18:30 | 18:30 | Background reading of module topics |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 33:00 | 33:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | Seminar |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 10 | 2:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
• Lectures, supported by small group teaching sessions, are used to examine, explore
and develop topics covered by structured guided learning sessions as well as guided
independent study, to develop subject-specific skills.
• Students will be invited to discuss issues related to finance for sustainability, and to
gain experience in sustainability management in the small group teaching session.
• Analytical and research skills introduced in the lectures and developed in the small group
teaching sessions and independent study..
• Learning is supported by the use of Canvas (e.g., quizzes, discussion boards).
• Guest lecturers (academics and/or practitioners) may be invited to share their expertise in
researching and teaching particular topics.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 | 2 | A | 100 | N/A |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 2 | M | Discussions using case study and/or research papers in seminars (formative feedback by seminar leaders to students' answers, also providing suggested solutions). |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Students will undertake formative assessments (Prob solv exercises) during the module delivery, to build up their skills and prepare for the summative assessment
The written examination will allow students to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and independent critical thinking skills.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- ENG8043's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- ENG8043's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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