Subject description for 2024/25
Planning
GEO2010
Subject description for 2024/25

Planning

GEO2010
This course will introduce you to the social and environmental dimensions of planning in Norway and internationally. You will learn about urban development, sustainability, participation, and governance, and how they relate to planning practice and theory.
The course provides a basic introduction to planning in general: physical planning, social and community planning, and planning in a Norwegian context. In particular, the course deals with the social basis for planning and the link between physical and social planning. The course also provides an overview of urban development, and urban planning. The course also includes examples of how geographic information systems (GIS) can be applied in planning.
Admission is based on Higher Education Entrance Qualification or prior learning and work experience in accordance with applicable regulations.

Upon completion of this course the student has acquired the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge:

  • has knowledge of theories of spatial planning and urban development
  • has knowledge of the connection between physical planning and social planning
  • has knowledge of theories of participation in the planning process
  • has knowledge of theories about land use and resources.

Skill:

  • could explain and understand how to work with GIS, and perform spatial analyzes in social planning.

General competence:

  • has insight into the foundation of spatial planning in the Norwegian planning system
  • is familiar with the relationship between theory and practice in connection with spatial planning.
In addition to the semester fee and course literature, students are expected to provide their own laptop computer. Students must cover board and lodging expenses during the sessions, while bus expenses in relation to excursions are paid by Nord University.
Compulsory for students taking the one-year geography programme and the Bachelor’s Degree in Geography and Spatial Planning. Elective for other students.

The teaching is mainly given in connection with three gatherings, two physical and one digital. At the physical gatherings, there are lectures, excursions and group work.

In the periods between the gatherings, there is work with assignments that receive individual feedback, and online support/activities.

Participation in physical gatherings and assignments is compulsory. The gatherings normally take place on campus Levanger, or at another location in Trøndelag.

Physical gatherings are mandatory because excursions and experience with different environments are central to geography. However, exemption from gatherings can be granted for special reasons such as acute illness, granted top sports status or other. Application for exemption with documentation is sent to the study counselor. Study work as an alternative to the gathering must be expected.

Evaluation using mid-term and final surveys. Students are also encouraged to participate in the central quality surveys.