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651-2613-00L 5 Credits SHE , MSC D-ERDW
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Humangeography III (Geographies of Difference) (Universität Zürich)

No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH. UZH Module Code: GEO232 Recommended prerequisite: Human Geography II (UZH Module Code: GEO122) Mind the enrolment deadlines at UZH:
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Abstract

This re-search-oriented course enables students to think through and about difference in a geographically (multi-scalar, critical, space-bound) manner, by elaborating on multiple concepts from postcolonial, intersectional and other disciplinary debates, and by applying these to specific topical domains.

Objective

Knowledge - Understand basic concepts and empirical manifestations of difference in human geography - Deepen knowledge on how difference works in one specific topic of human geography Skills - Learn to independently digest, assess, and present basic academic texts - Conduct discussions in English or German (online and offline) - Be able to write a short research paper about a human geography topic

General Information

Language
English
Levels
SHE , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
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Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Humangeography III (Geographies of Difference) (University of Zurich)
**Kurs an der Universität Zürich**
No time listed 14 h semesterly
seminar Humangeography III (Geographies of Difference) (University of Zurich)
**Kurs an der Universität Zürich**
No time listed 2 h weekly

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