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290605 VO Advances in Human Geography II (2026S)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 29 - Geographie

Moodle

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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

Monday 09.03. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 16.03. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 23.03. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 20.04. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 27.04. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 04.05. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 01.06. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 08.06. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 15.06. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 22.06. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß
Monday 29.06. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal II NIG Erdgeschoß

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This lecture introduces key perspectives on Global Change and Sustainability Transformations drawn from the fields of Spatial Planning and Spatial Research as well as Urban Studies. It aims to deepen students‘ understanding of core theories and concepts by engaging with contemporary major debates and recent advancements in both fields.

The objective of the lecture is twofold: first, to enhance students' understanding of how spatial planning and urban studies perspectives contribute to the analysis of the impacts of global change on regional and urban levels; and second, to critically analyze the challenges to move towards sustainability transformations.

Assessment and permitted materials

The exam will contain multiple-choice and open questions.

Besides the respective slides of each lecture, additional thematic material will be provided on Moodle.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The individual point and evaluation key will be provided before the exam.

Examination topics

The exams are based on the slides provided on Moodle. If specific literature is to be examined, this will be clearly communicated.

Reading list

See the literature recommendations at the end of the respective slides of each session.

Association in the course directory

(MG21 PF PATHS) (MA UF GW 02) (MGGCST M2) (MPG M1) (MSDS-P)

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