Description:
The course examines the economic mechanisms that shape cities and urban life. It explores the reasons behind city formation, the benefits and costs of urban agglomeration, and the dynamics of land use patterns. The course also examines urban challenges such as sprawl, housing affordability, transportation issues, and the environmental impacts of urbanization. Furthermore, it addresses social issues within urban contexts, such as crime and segregation.
Literature:
TBA
Time & venue:
Lectures: Fridays, 10:00-12:00 (starting on October 17, 2025 until February 6, 2026); University of Potsdam, Campus Griebnitzsee, Room 3.06.S27
Tutorials: Fridays, 12:00-14:00; University of Potsdam, Campus Griebnitzsee, Room 3.06.S27 .
Enrolment:
The students should contact Ms. Annett Wadewitz (annett.wadewitz@uni-potsdam.de) for access to the course materials.
Exam:
Exam, problem sets, research proposal
