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Urban Food
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:36:03
Abstract
In HS20, this course is offered in a focus work.Enrolment in the focus work in agreement with the lecturer [email protected].
Objective
Specific knowledge about relation and various processes in cities and countrysides, with regard to production, handling, logistics, consumption habits and disposal of foodstuffs.
Content
The production, processing, distribution, consumption, and disposal of food have perpetually affected the relationship between city and countryside. In that sense, the industrialization and globalization of food systems contributed to the urbanization of the landscape. On the other hand, logistic systems and consumer behavior are strongly affected by processes of urbanization, which shows that the city and its food system have a mutual influence on each other.
Resources
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Information
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Urban Food
Does not take place this semester.
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
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|
60 h semesterly |