Learning Outcomes:
On completing this module, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate a critical understanding of planning theories introduced in the module;
2. understand how planning is shaped by broader processes and dynamics, including the interest of the real estate development sector;
3. grasp the complexities of the real estate development industry and development processes, and recognise the challenges posed to planning and governance;
4. apply theories and concepts introduced in class to critically evaluate development and planning practices involved in megaprojects, urban heritage protection, new towns, financialisation and development rights transfer in China and other places;
Indicative Module Content:
Introduction of Module
This module considers the relationships between planning and real estate development. It consists of two parts. The first part introduces the conceptual foundations of the module. It will discuss planning theories and explore how planning practices are shaped by broader processes, conditions, and dynamics such as globalization, neoliberalism, environment degradation, heritage conservation, and entrepreneurialism.