Globalisation and UrbanisationLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student

• is familiar with the theories and phenomena related to globalisation and urbanisation
• is familiar with the modes of community work and urban development
• recognises the significance of place and space in the human life course
• is aware of the challenges of globalisation and urbanisation and can act to address them
• understands the importance of social sustainability as part of globalisation and urbanisation and is familiar with the foundations of eco-social approach in social pedagogy

Content

• Theoretical background of urbanisation and globalisation

• Manifestations of urbanisation and globalisation such as migration and homelessness and their impact on people's lives

• Segregation, its effects and prevention

• Community work, structural social work

• Place-based and community-oriented urban development

• The importance of place and space

• Social sustainability and the eco-social approach in social pedagogy

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Framework of assessment is attached to the curriculum's description.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Framework of assessment is attached to the curriculum's description.

Further information

The course applies to students on social counselling path.