115-0509-00L  Lecture Week 09: Planning and Politics

SemesterSpring Semester 2020
LecturersD. Kaufmann, W. Schenkel
Periodicitytwo-yearly recurring course
Language of instructionGerman
CommentOnly for MAS, DAS and CAS in Spatial Planning.


AbstractIntroduction to political science as a discipline; The Swiss political system; Spatial planning in the Swiss political system context; Planning and governance: steering by the state and new coordination mechanisms, concepts and examples of governance proposals; Trends, drivers and policies in urban regions.
Learning objectiveApproaching, understanding and structured discussion of the political science approach to spatial planning. Apply political science toolbox in practical processes and projects. Recognize and utilize relevance of political science approach for personal and professional interests or requirements.