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Planning Theory

Postgraduate | CUR-URP530 | 2018

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Draw on lessons from the past as you consider the state of planning theory in the present.Incorporate theories from Foucault and Marx. Spot the broad trends that characterise the planning field. Use theoretical thinking to solve a practical problem.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
Subject may require attendance
Entry requirements
Part of a degree
Duration
13 weeks

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Planning Theory

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

    1. critically discuss relations between theory and practice
    2. examine broad trends and apply specific theories in the planning arena
    3. describe the role of the professional and of the other stakeholders in the planning process
    4. apply theory to analyse and resolve a planning problem/research project.

Entry requirements

To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.

Others

This subject is a prerequisite for another subject and must be taken prior to URP650 Planning Masters Dissertation.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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