James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

EV5301 - Urban Geography and Design

Subject Description

The history of urban development, theories of urban hierarchy, function and urban land use with special reference to Australia and the international context. The subject examines theoretical and applied aspects of settlement design, urban form, housing and their post modernist influences in developed and developing situations. Emphasis will be on urban settlements, although rural and semi urban forms will be examined as well. In addition to the academic programs to which it contributes (Environmental Science, Geography, Social Science and Education), the subject is a useful briefing for those who plan to work and/or conduct research in the region.

Learning Outcomes

• use computer mapping to generate urban design
• analyse social and economic characteristics of urban populations and measure and predict population change, growth and development
• learn the processes and trends that have shaped cities and towns and the historical contexts of urban forms and patterns

Subject Assessment

• Written > Essay (including multi-draft) 1 - (40%) - Individual
• Design Project - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Examination (College administered) - (30%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  EV2301

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