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This module covers some of the fundamental concepts of and current ideas in Human Geography. Political, economic, social and cultural understandings of space and place are explored. Students will develop a critical understanding of the relationship between humans with their biophysical environment across a range of scales from the local to the global. The module is designed to provide a foundation in geographical knowledge and understanding which will form the basis for informed analysis, interpretation and concern about the interaction between people and their environments.
Topics that will be covered include: Nationalism and Migration, Economic Globalisation, Security and Society, Critical Geopolitics and Environmental issues.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to
LO1: Develop insights into the spatial politics of society
LO2: Examine the importance of geographical enquiry to an understanding of contemporary debates upon social identities, human rights and citizenship
LO3: Explore the relationships between the development of human societies and uses of the environment
LO4: Discuss the complexities of interactions between communities at global and local scales
LO5: Develop skills of literacy, written and verbal skills, class discussion, group work and independent learning
LO6: Develop skills in synthesising bibliographic materials and critical evaluation of texts