Geography
Geography overlaps the traditional boundaries of the physical and social sciences. It is an integrative field of knowledge which deals with the study of the world's physical environment, human-environment relationships, spatial, cultural and economic patterns. Some of the interests of growing importance in geographic studies are as follows: natural resources and environmental management, human-ecological systems, population problems, economic development, regional inequalities and social justice, urban and regional planning.
Urban Geography
(GEO-212)
320-212-MS ( 2-1-3 ) 2 credits
Prerequisite: GEO-103
This course aims at familiarizing students with the basic concepts, theories and methodology of urban geography. It is primarily concerned with an explanation of processes which determine spatial patterns, distributions, interactions and problems associated with the phenomenon of urbanization. Topics covered include the process of urbanization, world urbanization patterns, urbanization networks and hierarchies, urban land-use theory and structure, human spatial behaviour within cities, urban problems, and the impact of the political decision-making process upon urban structures.
