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FORENSIC 704
: Techniques and Applications for Forensic Science2023 Semester Two (1235)
Analytical techniques: GC, HPLC, GC-MS chromatography, IR and UV spectroscopy. Applications: toxicology, illicit drugs, sports drugs, racing chemistry. Physical and trace evidence.
Prerequisite: Permission of Programme Director
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FORENSIC 707A
: Project in Forensic Science2023 Semester Two (1235)
A research essay on an aspect of forensic science.
Restriction: FORENSIC 705
To complete this course students must enrol in FORENSIC 707 A and B, or FORENSIC 707
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FORENSIC 707A
: Project in Forensic Science2023 Semester One (1233)
A research essay on an aspect of forensic science.
Restriction: FORENSIC 705
To complete this course students must enrol in FORENSIC 707 A and B, or FORENSIC 707
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GEOG 101
: Earth Surface Processes and Landforms2023 Semester Two (1235)
Understanding of the functioning of natural systems at the Earth's surface and human interactions with these systems. Examines the operation and interaction between Atmospheric, Hydrological, Ecological and Geomorphic systems. Environmental processes are an integrating theme. Topics include: climate and hydrological systems, ecological processes; surface sediment cycle; and processes governing development and dynamics of major landform types.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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GEOG 101
: Earth Surface Processes and Landforms2023 Semester One (1233)
Understanding of the functioning of natural systems at the Earth's surface and human interactions with these systems. Examines the operation and interaction between Atmospheric, Hydrological, Ecological and Geomorphic systems. Environmental processes are an integrating theme. Topics include: climate and hydrological systems, ecological processes; surface sediment cycle; and processes governing development and dynamics of major landform types.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
306
GEOG 102
: Geography of the Human Environment2023 Semester Two (1235)
Examines the relationships among personal geographies and global geographies of uneven development, economic, environmental and socio-cultural change. Using a variety of examples from New Zealand and the world we illustrate the connection between local places and global issues.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
307
GEOG 102
: Geography of the Human Environment2023 Semester One (1233)
Examines the relationships among personal geographies and global geographies of uneven development, economic, environmental and socio-cultural change. Using a variety of examples from New Zealand and the world we illustrate the connection between local places and global issues.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
308
GEOG 103G
: Mapping Our World2023 Semester One (1233)
An introduction to contemporary geospatial technologies such as web-mapping, GPS and tracking devices (such as your phone), Remote Sensing and GIS. Covers key concepts and principles behind these tools and their use, along with practical experiences through laboratories. Critical and theoretical perspectives on the tools, their use, and their social impacts will be discussed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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GEOG 104
: Cities and Urbanism2023 Semester Two (1235)
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.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
310
GEOG 202
: Cities, Regions and Communities2023 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.
Prerequisite: 60 points
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GEOG 250
: Geographical Research in Practice2023 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.
Prerequisite: 60 points
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GEOG 261
: Climate and Society2023 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.
Prerequisite: GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 261
Restriction: EARTHSCI 261
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GEOG 305
: Population, Health and Society2023 Semester One (1233)
A survey of major themes in population, health and social geography. An examination of the dynamics of population complements analyses of health and healthcare, the education sector, the welfare state, and the changing character of urban places.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
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GEOG 320
: Resources and Environmental Management2023 Semester One (1233)
Examines the development and conservation of the environment in its use as a resource base, with particular reference to the way in which institutional structures in society determine provision and allocation. Attention is balanced between international experience and the policy framework in New Zealand. The course provides an understanding of key concepts, practices and methods.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
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GEOG 325
: The Human Dimension of Disasters2023 Semester Two (1235)
An overview of the human dimension of disasters which covers crucial concepts and theories, vulnerability and the causes of disasters, disaster risk reduction and management, post-disaster recovery and transversal issues such as culture and gender. The discussions encompass not only theoretical but also policy and practical materials and draw on examples and case studies from throughout the world with a particular focus on the most vulnerable and marginalised areas and communities.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
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GEOG 327
: Politics, Markets and Economies2023 Semester Two (1235)
Uses geographical insights to explore the interrelationships between politics, economy and culture. The course focuses attention on institutions, subjectivity and the making of markets. It examines political projects and economic spaces such as higher education, food and creative economies at the regional, national, and global level.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
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GEOG 335
: Applied Physical Geography2023 Semester Two (1235)
Examines the challenges of ‘doing science’ in the real world. With particular emphasis on climate, fluvial and coastal processes, the types of data, knowledge and information needed for decision making in environmental contexts are examined. Examines the ways human activities effect, and are affected by, the environmental settings of humans. Seeks improved understanding, and prediction, of the world around humans framed as both a resource and hazard.
Prerequisite: 45 points at Stage II in Geography
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GEOG 351
: Coastal and Marine Studies2023 Semester One (1233)
Focuses on the development of coastal landforms across a range of temporal and spatial scales. Introduces natural processes such as waves, tides and circulation, as well as geological-scale coastal evolution driven by changes in sea level and sediment supply. The course has an applied focus with specific emphasis on coastal management problems that affect society. Issues considered include coastal erosion during storms, the impacts of shoreline engineering, climate change and accelerating sea level rise.
Prerequisite: 45 points at Stage II, including EARTHSCI 262 or GEOG 262, or equivalent
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GEOG 399
: Capstone: Geography2023 Semester Two (1235)
An engagement with the research process, as practised in geography. Students will undertake an independent research project and communicate their findings, with due attention to research design, methodology, research ethics, information sources, field practise, data analysis, and research communication. Independent or small group research projects may involve residential or local fieldwork, laboratory analysis, desktop analysis or other research activities.
Prerequisite: GEOG 250 and 30 points at Stage III in Geography
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GEOG 701
: Research in Practice2023 Semester One (1233)
A reflection on the process of developing research projects from theory to methods, analysis, and the presentation of findings. Attention is directed to the ways in which research is shaped by intellectual histories, pressing social and environmental challenges, and contemporary academic and political debates. The course allows students to develop specialised interests in geography or environmental management.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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GEOG 719
: Geographies of Housing and Urban Change2023 Semester One (1233)
Advanced study of housing and urban issues, including the topics of homeownership, asset-based welfare, the politics of housing affordability, housing reforms and the changing dynamics of gentrification. Contemporary issues such as mortgage market dynamics and social rented housing reforms are examined. The course will consider also urban governance, office property investment and development processes, and sites of consumption and spectacle.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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GEOG 725
: People, Participation and Development2023 Semester One (1233)
A critical overview of issues associated with people’s participation in development in their geographical context, including processes and outcomes, accountability, empowerment and transformation in the context of livelihood strengthening, resource management, health and sanitation, education and disaster risk reduction. The course provides the students with theoretical knowledge but also practical skills through the use in class of participatory tools as both contents and teaching aids. Discussions rely upon concrete examples from throughout the world with a particular focus on marginalised places.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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GEOG 738
: Future Food and Biological Economies2023 Semester One (1233)
Investigates contemporary understandings, issues and strategies relating to the development of biological economies and food networks in the context of the globalising food economy. Addresses transformations in agro-food complexes and questions of nature-society relationships to do with 'sustainable' and 'resilient' food production and consumption.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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GEOG 746
: Applied Coastal Geomorphology2023 Semester One (1233)
An advanced course on the process-form relationships that shape coastlines over a range of spatial and temporal scales. Coastal processes are examined with field experiments in which principles of experiment design and field deployment are demonstrated. Long-term evolutionary perspectives are examined using a range of field techniques. These short- and long-term approaches are then merged to address examples of applied coastal management problems. No formal prerequisite but an understanding equivalent to GEOG 351 will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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GEOG 761
: Special Topic: Monitoring Change from Space with Machine Learning2023 Semester Two (1235)
Remotely sensed (satellite) data and machine learning techniques will be used to classify and analyse both commercial and environmental targets through time. Techniques will focus on both pixel classification and object detection and students will experience the latest in satellite imagery analysis with a focus on deriving actionable information.
No pre-requisites or restrictions