Teaching and assessment for Geography and Planning MA (Hons)

You will learn about key dimensions of the concept of an unequal world in human and environmental systems. This will cover topics like:

• development
• vulnerability
• underlying causes
• global inequalities
• pressures on environmental resources
• links to environmental hazard

Develop an understanding of the origins and development of the planning system in the UK.

Investigate and apply innovative solutions to contemporary challenges.

Develop site analysis techniques and the application of digital map-making skills used in practice.

This module explores how urban places develop, covering complex political, social, economic, aesthetic, and technological factors that contribute to the development and evolution of urban areas. You will learn to analyse, articulate, and explain place identity, which is the distinct characteristics that define a place and differentiate it from others.

This module explores key concepts and theories developed by physical geography in order to interpret and understand landforms, water, and landscape evolution.

Develop your knowledge and understanding of the influence of changing political ideologies, and the interpretation of various theoretical dimensions that explain the different interrelationships between the state, society and the market in shaping of cities.

Understand the key theories regarding the relationship between human behaviour and place. Considering the physical and social environment and role of placemaking for improved community and individual wellbeing outcomes. Learn the techniques and methods used to evaluate the human experience of place, and the ethical issues involved.

This module will provide work experience alongside university study to further enhance employability and help you plan for your future.

It will suit students who can bring a professional attitude to their internship and are keen to take practical steps towards developing transferable skills for their future.

The world is changing rapidly. Information on location helps us assess, manage, plan, and communicate such changes. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are powerful systems for handling, analysing, and visualising location-based information.

In this module you will gain experience with leading GIS software applied to a range of problems.

Develop an understanding of the conceptual and methodological underpinnings of research design in Urban Planning through a design lens.

Explore and develop the research skills necessary to successfully formulate and implement the Level 4 Dissertation/Major Research Project.

Develop a broad understanding of principles and application of planning law, and an understanding of the factors which influence and shape development plans and strategies.

Undertake a practical understanding of how the statutory plan making processes in urban and regional planning is developed.

In this module you will explore a combination of classic and contemporary criminology theories. You will explore their practical application in urban and natural environments.

You will be encouraged to engage critically with these theories. You will hear from practitioners about how they are used in their everyday work.

Learn about processes which shape the geography of cities. You will engage with theoretical debates which shape interpretations of the city.

This module will help you prepare your dissertation in either geography or environmental science.

You will learn about the broad conceptual and methodological frames behind geography and environmental science.

You will learn how these inform their study and practice

Through this module, you will develop your confidence in working with data. You will gain the knowledge needed to decode information.

You will cover a range of statistical techniques. These will allow you to understand patterns and present insights from the data we are working with.

Develop an understanding of the science of the Earth’s water resources and the potential risks that they pose to society. Explore key geohazards on Earth and how society addresses specific issues of hazard assessment and how to cope with risk.

You will learn to use GIS to handle, analyse, and communicate location-based information. You gain experience with leading GIS software and datasets applied to a range of problems.

This module is taught in parallel with GE32012 Geographical Information Systems.

The Polar regions are rich in natural resources and linked strongly into the global climate system such that what happens in the Polar regions affects us all.

However, the Arctic and Antarctic regions are changing very rapidly in response to climate change, with far-reaching implications now and into the future.

Develop specialist knowledge and critical insight into the challenges presented in regenerating and sustainably managing historic urban places.

Learn about the complex values enshrined in heritage resources and the potential impacts of development decisions, and acquire the ability to critically evaluate diverse strategies.