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Social Planning - PLAN3015
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Course Outline: Built Environment
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 6
 
 
CSS Contribution Charge:Band 2 (more info)
 
   
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
  

Description

The course is intended to provide students with a deeper understanding of the social and cultural issues central to contemporary urban planning. It provides in-depth examination of the diverse characteristics and needs of the different groups who inhabit and claim space in the postmodern city. The focus is on the notion of the humane, multicultural city, human expressions of difference and diversity, and the realities of everyday living. Groups explored include ethnic communities, Aborigines, children, youth, older people, homeless, poor, those with disabilities, and gays and lesbians. Using both key theoretical readings and practical exercises, students question their own prejudices and values and the way that these impact on their professional roles. Assessment is generally based on participation in class exercises, workshops and field trips, set readings, some written assignments and a group presentation.

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