15021 - Urban and Regional Sociology Modulübersicht

Module Number: 15021
Module Title:Urban and Regional Sociology
  Stadt- und Regionalsoziologie
Department: Faculty 6 - Architecture, Civil Engineering and Urban Planning
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Friedrich, Jonathan
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every winter semester
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:

Having successfully passed the module students understand the classical and current debates in urban and regional sociology and evaluate their relevance for critically analysing and interpreting the spatial dynamics of current social, political and economic developments in urban and regional contexts.

Contents:

This module engages with theoretical and empirical debates in urban and regional sociology, drawing on both seminal and current scholarship. It brings together classical texts and contemporary discussions to critically explore, explain and discuss the spatial dynamics and implications of current social, political and economic developments and challenges (such as inequality, sustainability etc.) in urban and regional contexts. The module intends to bridge the gap between theoretical engagement and empirical observation.

Recommended Prerequisites:

none

Mandatory Prerequisites:

none

Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Seminar / 4 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:

Relevant literature will be announced at the beginning of the seminar.

Module Examination:Continuous Assessment (MCA)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:
  • Presentation, max. 20 min, 50%
  • Written report, max. 3000 words, 50%

The modul is considerd passed if 60% or more of the total marks are achieved.

Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:None
Part of the Study Programme:
  • Master (research-oriented) / Stadt- und Regionalplanung / PO 2023
  • Master (research-oriented) / Transformation Studies / PO 2024
Remarks:

none

Module Components:

Seminar 4 SWS

Components to be offered in the Current Semester: