Market forces in the development of cities; Land rent, land-use and land-use control; urban problems such as traffic jam and congestion, poverty and crime; Household sorting and segregation; Cost-benefit analysis; Regional Economics; and Metropolitan Governance.
AI2105 Urban and Regional Economics 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to provide the students an understanding of spatial economic theory, modelling and methods for analysis of location, land-use and construction.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Basics in economics from the course Economics (AI1107) or equivalent.
Literature
Urban Economics, 8e upplagan. Författare: Arthur O´Sullivan.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- ÖVN1 - Exercises, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
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If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
Written exam (4,5 cr) and a term paper (3 cr).
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
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Main field of study
The Built Environment
Education cycle
Second cycle