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URBPLAN 204 : Urban Planning Social Theory and Practice

Undergraduate course

Project description

This course will provide some hands-on experience of how current social theories can help shape and design better places and spaces. The classes and assignments are designed to create an enjoyable and practical way to learn.

Year 2021

Location New Zealand

Organization University of Auckland

Project aims

Project outcome

By the end of this course, students will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of social diversity and the social issues affecting individuals, families and communities in urban areas (Capability 1.1 and 1.2) Demonstrate an understanding of social equity and social justice and their relevance for urban planning (Capability 1.3, 2.1 and 2.3) Demonstrate an understanding of and an ability to critically assess relevant current urban planning, urban design and transport planning responses to social issues (Capability 1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.2 and 4.3) An ability to formulate policies; plans and urban design responses for an inclusive, safer, more sustainable urban area (Capability 3.2, 3.3, 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3) Demonstrate an understanding of cultural competency and community participation methods and the ability to apply the concepts with a diversity of communities (Capability 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3, 5.3 and 6.1) Demonstrate an understanding of the urban planning issues for seniors and people who are differently-abled (Capability 1.1, 1.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1 and 6.1)