The principles, theories, concepts and issues of urban geography will be studied with an emphasis on the concept of place. Urban geographers are interested in the concept of place (a city) and the special situation and diffusion of cities and metropolitan areas across diverse cultural landscapes. This course will examine the site and situation factors of urban areas, the development of cities as economic, social, cultural and political centers, and the links between urban progression and environmental degradation.
Prerequisites
GEOG102 or GEOG110