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GEOG 104/104G : Cities and Urbanism

Postgraduate course

Project description

This social science course introduces geographic approaches to urban environments and issues. In 2008, humankind reached a turning point when half of the world�s population was living in cities. Therefore, understanding cities and urbanism is crucial to comprehending modern human societies. Urbanism refers to human structures, processes and experiences in the city. Whilst city life remains distinguishable from other forms of human settlement, there is no generic urban environment. This course examines urban themes in different contexts from multiple perspectives. This course is designed for students from a broad range of academic backgrounds, including Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Global Studies, Planning, and Engineering and others. It is well suited to those with a personal or professional interest in cities and urban issues.

Year 2022

Location New Zealand

Organization University of Auckland

Project aims

Project outcome

By the end of this course, students will be able to: Demonstrate an introductory understanding of the breadth and depth of urban geography (Capability 2) Evaluate critically, theoretical urban ideas using place-based case studies (Capability 2) Critique and resolve complex urban problems (Capability 3) Investigate proactively and synthesise independently-led observations in Auckland (Capability 5) Work to organise, negotiate and present urban ideas (Capability 4) Engage with social and environmental sustainable policies and practices locally and globally (Capability 6)