Current active course description (last updated 2023/24)
Planning
GEO2010
Current active course description (last updated 2023/24)
Planning
GEO2010
The course provides a basic introduction to the social science parts of social planning in Norway and internationally.
Admission is based on Higher Education Entrance Qualification or prior learning and work experience in accordance with applicable regulations.
Upon completion of this course the student has acquired the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
- has knowledge of theories of spatial planning and urban development
- has knowledge of the connection between physical planning and social planning
- has knowledge of theories of participation in the planning process
- has knowledge of theories about land use and resources
Skill
- can perform simple spatial analyzes in GIS
General competence
- has insight into the foundation of spatial planning in the Norwegian planning system
- is familiar with the relationship between theory and practice in connection with spatial planning
The course is part of the Bachelor’s Degree in Geography and Spatial Planning. Available as an independent course unit for other students.
The teaching mainly takes place in connection with three sessions, in the form of lectures, excursions and group work. In the periods between sessions, there is online support and students will work on handing in assignments that receive individual feedback.
Evaluation using mid-term and final surveys. Students are also encouraged to participate in the central quality surveys.
– Svært givende å forelese i temaer en ser på Dagsrevyen hver dag
Det forteller Geir Olav Knappe, som underviser på bachelor i geografi og samfunnsplanlegging ved Nord universitet.