The aim of this course is to introduce the main themes of human
geography and some tools (cartography, GIS) in the acquisition of
geographic information. The course places emphasis on the global
challenges of sustainable development (social and environmental
dynamics, use of resources, environmental change), identifies the
actors involved and considers the outcomes for particular groups and
environments in both rural and urban contexts.
Learning Objectives
Subject area
Human Geography, Environment and Landscape Geography, Applied Geography
KNOWLEDGE: introduction to the main issues of concern for the human geography
SKILLS: Introduction to techniques and tools, such as GIS, for the acquisition and use of geographic information.
SKILLS ACQUIRED AT THE END OF THE COURSE: understanding the concept of sustainable development, social and environmental dynamics and their impact on quality of life, use of resources and transformations of the landscape.
