This is an innovative module where students learn a range of topical issues in urban economics. The module provides students with an understanding of the theory of urban economics and then uses lectures on issues which demonstrate how the theory translates into practice. Topics covered include: industrial location, transport, cities, the private rented sector, rural Ireland, infrastructure, retailing in Ireland, suburbia, and social housing
The module covers theoretical aspects of urban economics, and then covers both historical development in urban economics across the world and in Ireland, and also more contemporary issues (especially concerning housing and rental markets, but also such topics as the future of rural Ireland). Part of the module is designed to help students understand the concept of a literature review and then how to research for one and finally write one.
This module is based on a series of lectures, followed by a series of literature reviews.
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |