Sociology of social space

Academic year: 2010-2011 Course code module 3BSOC-020 Semester: 2nd semester Credits: 6 Study load (hours) 168 Theory (hours): 45,00 Practice/Exercises(hours): Other (hours): Part-time program: 2 Instructor(s) Ilse Loots Language of instruction: Dutch Semester exam information: exam in the 2nd semester Contract restriction information: 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties No specific comptences are requiered. *Sequentiality None 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes) Sociological insight in the relationship between society and its physical environment (in its larger sense). 3. Course content The course is focused on several topics within the field of the social construction of space. Spatial organisation and territory, the use of distances and proximity are considered at different societal levels. At a micro level, we explore the organisation of the private domain and living and of distance patterns in man and society, as well as the culture of common and public spaces. At the meso level, the course deals with land and property as sources of power and status, community studies (the so called 'collapse' and 'revival' of communities), urban and rural images, the territorial organisation of local authorities, spatial zoning. Localisation and zoning conflicts are dealt with in particular (NIMBY/LULU). The macro level, finally, concerns the territorial behaviour of states, the urban system and its dynamics and the issue of (spatial) globalisation.The course includes a few (small) exercises, to be prepared individually and discussed during the plenary sessions. 4. Teaching method Direct contact: Lectures Exercise sessions Personal work: Exercises Assignments - individual 5. Assessment method Exam: Oral, with written preparation Open book Open questions Continuous assessment: Assignments 6. Compulsory reading – study material A text book contains all the necessary articles. The hand outs with the headlines, illustrations and instructions for the exercises are available after the lessons (Blackboard). 7. Recommended reading - study material See study material. 8. Tutoring After class and by appointment. laatste aanpassing: last update: 17/11/2009 09:21 sonja.vos