There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

The module is designed to equip students with critical knowledge and awareness of the key issues affecting the sustainability of towns and cities, informed by the UN Goal 11 on sustainable cities and communities. Students are introduced to urban development processes, appraisal techniques, and models of environmental sustainability, all of which are essential for understanding the social, economic, and environmental issues affecting cities and communities.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically evaluate theories and models of sustainable urban development

LO2: Analyse and critique urban development models in relation to sustainability outcomes

LO3: Critically analyse the impacts of climate change on urban property systems and propose resilience and adaptation strategies

LO4: Critically evaluate financial and economic dimensions of sustainable development, including development appraisals

LO5: Synthesise environmental, social, economic, and technological considerations in evaluating urban property development projects

LO6: Critically analyse how urban property protocols combine with environmental assessment methods to evaluate the sustainability of urban development