School of Physical and Geographical Sciences  
 
 
GEG-20015 Space and Society  
Co-ordinator: Dr Lisa Lau    Room: WSF22, Tel:33613  
Teaching Team: Dr Peter  Knight, Mr Keith  Mason Dr Richard  Waller Dr Zoe Robinson Mrs Stephanie  Everill Dr Lisa  Lau Dr Katie  Szkornik Dr Deirdre  McKay Mrs Emma  Harvey Mrs Karen  Babb, Prof Clare  Holdsworth, Dr Alix  Cage, Mrs Antonia  Law, Ms Clare  Sillitto,  Anthony  Phillips,  Simon  Haslett,  Darren  Smith  
Lecture Time: See Timetable...  
Level: 2 Credits: 15 Study Hours: 150  
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Programme/Approved Electives for
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Prerequisites


Barred Combinations
None
Description

This module is concerned with the interrelationship between space, culture and society. Drawing together theoretical perspectives and empirical case-study examples, the module explores how societal relationships and formations shape spaces and places, whilst they are also shaped by them. Attention will be given to the built environment in terms of both public and private spheres.
Aims
  • The course will develop students' understanding of debates in Geography, Sociology and the wider social sciences concerning the relationship between space and society.
  • The course develops students' ability to understand and explore conceptual thinking surrounding society and space within Geography and in the analysis of empirical and contemporary examples.
  • Through a written assignment students will practice communicating their research and responses to a wider audience
Intended Learning Outcomes
The student should have acquired a detailed knowledge of developments in geographical, sociological and political thinking with regards to a conceptual understanding of space and society. [1,2]
The student should be able to evaluate the different conceptual approaches discussed and select their appropriate use for analyzing case-studies examples. [1,2]
The student should be able to select and interrogate relevant literature concerning space and society, and communicate their findings in written form with reference to broader debates within Geography and related disciplines. [1,2]
Study hours
20 x 1 hour lectures
40 hours essay preparation
50 hours independent study
40 hours exam preparation
Description of Module Assessment



1: Essay weighted 50%
2000 word essay
2: 2 Hour Unseen Exam weighted 50%
2 hour unseen exam
Version: (1.06B) Updated: 03/Oct/2013

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