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- • Population trends / demographic analysis
- • Rural transition.
- • Place.
- • Gentrification.
- • Social inequality, injustice.
- • Wilderness, human-nature interactions.
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In this introductory subject to Human Geography, you will examine the structure of Australian society, examining issues related to the changing demographic and socio-economic status of populations, and the way in which space and social structures in society interact to shape the quality of life, a sense of identity and a sense of place for people. You will be introduced to a range of policies and processes on current issues such as ageing population, urbanisation, gentrification, population growth and patterns of migration. Comparisons of these demographic and socio-economic trends will be made between urban, regional and rural Australia, and other countries. You will also be introduced to a range of theories and concepts focussed on interactions between humans and the environment.
- 3 x 350 word opinion posts (1050 words equivalent). (30%)
- Infographic (Equivalent 1000 words). (30%)
- Assignment- Essay (1700-word) (40%)
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