Centre for Alternative Technology
OnlineStudies in Compost Toilets (Only Three Places Left)

Machynlleth, United Kingdom

DEGREE TYPE

Course

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Aug 2025

STUDY FORMAT

Distance Learning

Key Summary

About : The Online Studies in Compost Toilets program is designed for students interested in sustainable sanitation solutions. It covers efficient composting methods and the benefits of compost toilets. This program is fully online, allowing for flexible study. There are only three places left, so prompt application is encouraged.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in environmental consultancy, sustainable development, or public health. Opportunities also exist in non-profit organizations that focus on sanitation and environmental policy. This program equips students with valuable skills for addressing global waste management challenges.

On this practical course you’ll gain a foundational understanding of the principles, benefits and limitations of compost toilets. This is not a building course but rather an overview of the components required to make a compost toilet system work, the biology of composting to maximise performance, and the cultural trends governing our attitudes towards toilets.

The practical course you described offers a comprehensive overview of compost toilets, covering not just their technical components but also the underlying principles, benefits, limitations, and even cultural aspects related to our attitudes towards toilets. Here's what participants can expect to gain from such a course: Foundational Understanding: Participants will learn the fundamental principles behind compost toilets, including how they operate, their environmental benefits, and the limitations or challenges associated with their use. Technical Components: While it's not a building course, participants will still gain insights into the essential components required for a compost toilet system to function effectively. This may include understanding the toilet fixture itself, the composting chamber

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