Postgraduate students taking the course usually come from diverse academic backgrounds compared to their undergraduate studies. The lectures in the course encompass both theoretical and applied aspects, with the goal of equipping postgraduate students who successfully complete the course with skills that will be valuable for their continuing into a doctoral program or working as specialized scientists. The course examines the functioning of urban ecosystems, the management of key urban environmental issues, and how human activities impact natural and semi-natural ecosystems. It focuses on methods for assessing impacts and practical applications of ecological knowledge for managing urban and suburban parks, including the establishment of Greenways within cities. Additionally, it presents the fundamental principles of Urban Agriculture and methods for managing natural resources in the urban environment. The course aims to develop the following general skills:

• Environmental awareness

• Project planning and management

• Working in an international environment

• Working in an interdisciplinary environment

• Development of free, creative, and inductive thinking