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School of Global Studies

Geographies of Cities and Mobilities (017GRS)

Geographies of Cities and Mobilities

Module 017GRS

Module details for 2026/27.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 4

Module learning outcomes

Identify and describe a selection of theories and concepts that have been
used to explain the social and cultural geography of cities

Discuss many of the global social and cultural connections that shape
everyday life in cities

Analyse an urban issue using an appropriate theoretical framework, whilst
recognising its limitations

Develop a line of argument in written answers to set questions

TypeTimingWeighting
Essay (3000 words)Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Tue 16:00100.00%
Timing

Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.

Weighting

Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.

TermMethodDurationWeek pattern
Spring SemesterLecture2 hours11111111111
Spring SemesterSeminar1 hour01010001001
Spring SemesterFieldwork4 hours00000100000

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