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GEOG 104G

: Cities and Urbanism
2020 Semester Two (1205)
What makes a great city? This course explores 'urbanism' in both historical and contemporary cities to determine the essence of urbanity and the way that citizens (and visitors) experience city life. The dynamics and character of cities are considered in terms of their built environment, environmental systems, population, social diversity, and planning policies and practices.
Subject: Geography
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1477

GEOG 140

: Geographic Information and Spatial Thinking
2020 Semester Two (1205)
An introduction to the conceptual base of Geographic Information Science, the practical use of geo-spatial data and various societal issues related to the use of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems. Covers a range of contemporary geospatial technologies. It covers key concepts and principles behind the development and application of these technologies. The course exercises cover a range of application of GIS for analysis and display of spatial data, focusing on non-programmable solutions.
Subject: Geography
Restriction: EARTHSCI 210, GEOG 210, GISCI 140
1478

GEOG 140

: Geographic Information and Spatial Thinking
2020 Semester One (1203)
An introduction to the conceptual base of Geographic Information Science, the practical use of geo-spatial data and various societal issues related to the use of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems. Covers a range of contemporary geospatial technologies. It covers key concepts and principles behind the development and application of these technologies. The course exercises cover a range of application of GIS for analysis and display of spatial data, focusing on non-programmable solutions.
Subject: Geography
Restriction: EARTHSCI 210, GEOG 210, GISCI 140
1479

GEOG 140

: Geographic Information and Spatial Thinking
2020 Summer School (1200)
An introduction to the conceptual base of Geographic Information Science, the practical use of geo-spatial data and various societal issues related to the use of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems. Covers a range of contemporary geospatial technologies. It covers key concepts and principles behind the development and application of these technologies. The course exercises cover a range of application of GIS for analysis and display of spatial data, focusing on non-programmable solutions.
Subject: Geography
Restriction: EARTHSCI 210, GEOG 210, GISCI 140
1480

GEOG 202

: Cities, Regions and Communities
2024 Semester One (1243)
A critical examination of geographic processes and consequences in contemporary society. Topics are selected from the instructors' research interests, which include: the transformation of urban places and spaces; the forms and location of industries and retailing; social geographies of the city; New Zealand's linkages with the global economy and society; urban historical geographies; and demographic and social changes in New Zealand and the Pacific region.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1481

GEOG 202

: Cities, Regions and Communities
2023 Semester One (1233)
A critical examination of geographic processes and consequences in contemporary society. Topics are selected from the instructors' research interests, which include: the transformation of urban places and spaces; the forms and location of industries and retailing; social geographies of the city; New Zealand's linkages with the global economy and society; urban historical geographies; and demographic and social changes in New Zealand and the Pacific region.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1482

GEOG 202

: Cities, Regions and Communities
2022 Semester One (1223)
A critical examination of geographic processes and consequences in contemporary society. Topics are selected from the instructors' research interests, which include: the transformation of urban places and spaces; the forms and location of industries and retailing; social geographies of the city; New Zealand's linkages with the global economy and society; urban historical geographies; and demographic and social changes in New Zealand and the Pacific region.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1483

GEOG 202

: Cities, Regions and Communities
2021 Semester One (1213)
A critical examination of geographic processes and consequences in contemporary society. Topics are selected from the instructors' research interests, which include: the transformation of urban places and spaces; the forms and location of industries and retailing; social geographies of the city; New Zealand's linkages with the global economy and society; urban historical geographies; and demographic and social changes in New Zealand and the Pacific region.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1484

GEOG 202

: Cities, Regions and Communities
2020 Semester One (1203)
A critical examination of geographic processes and consequences in contemporary society. Topics are selected from the instructors' research interests, which include: the transformation of urban places and spaces; the forms and location of industries and retailing; social geographies of the city; New Zealand's linkages with the global economy and society; urban historical geographies; and demographic and social changes in New Zealand and the Pacific region.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1485

GEOG 205

: Environment and Society
2024 Semester Two (1245)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1486

GEOG 205

: Environment and Society
2022 Semester Two (1225)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1487

GEOG 205

: Environment and Society
2022 Summer School (1220)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1488

GEOG 205

: Environment and Society
2021 Semester Two (1215)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1489

GEOG 205

: Environment and Society
2021 Summer School (1210)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1490

GEOG 205

: Environment and Society
2020 Semester Two (1205)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1491

GEOG 205

: Environment and Society
2020 Summer School (1200)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1492

GEOG 250

: Geographical Research in Practice
2024 Semester One (1243)
A critical exploration of the research experience in geography. Case studies and field work demonstrate approaches to understanding the complex interactions of social and environmental processes. Students will develop practical skills in problem identification, research methodologies, ethics and analytical practices.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1493

GEOG 250

: Geographical Research in Practice
2023 Semester One (1233)
A critical exploration of the research experience in geography. Case studies and field work demonstrate approaches to understanding the complex interactions of social and environmental processes. Students will develop practical skills in problem identification, research methodologies, ethics and analytical practices.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1494

GEOG 250

: Geographical Research in Practice
2022 Semester One (1223)
A critical exploration of the research experience in geography. Case studies and field work demonstrate approaches to understanding the complex interactions of social and environmental processes. Students will develop practical skills in problem identification, research methodologies, ethics and analytical practices.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1495

GEOG 250

: Geographical Research in Practice
2021 Semester One (1213)
A critical exploration of the research experience in geography. Case studies and field work demonstrate approaches to understanding the complex interactions of social and environmental processes. Students will develop practical skills in problem identification, research methodologies, ethics and analytical practices.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1496

GEOG 250

: Geographical Research in Practice
2020 Semester One (1203)
A critical exploration of the research experience in geography. Case studies and field work demonstrate approaches to understanding the complex interactions of social and environmental processes. Students will develop practical skills in problem identification, research methodologies, ethics and analytical practices.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: 60 points
1497

GEOG 261

: Climate and Society
2023 Semester One (1233)
Exploration of themes in climatology, meteorology, hydro-climatology and oceanography with a focus on the nature and role of key processes. These will be examined in relation to key issues for society such as extreme weather events, drought, floods, air pollution and climate change.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 261
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GEOG 261

: Climate and Society
2022 Semester One (1223)
Exploration of themes in climatology, meteorology, hydro-climatology and oceanography with a focus on the nature and role of key processes. These will be examined in relation to key issues for society such as extreme weather events, drought, floods, air pollution and climate change.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 261
1499

GEOG 261

: Climate, Hydrology and Biogeography
2020 Semester One (1203)
Exploration of themes in climatology, hydrology, and biogeography with a focus on the nature and role of key processes at various spatial and temporal scales in the biosphere. The role of climate as a fundamental driver of hydrological and biogeographical processes is an important theme.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 261
1500

GEOG 262

: Geomorphology
2024 Semester Two (1245)
Introduces fundamental concepts in geomorphology for geologists and physical geographers. Key aspects of geomorphology, sedimentology, and earth surface processes are introduced by studying the temporal and spatial development of coastal and river landforms. Applied techniques for earth and environmental sciences, including field, remote sensing, GIS mapping, and modelling.
Subject: Geography
Prerequisite: GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 262