AAG38A CITIES OF THE WORLD

Based on comprehensive theoretical understandings and case study based city-specific in-depth analysis, this course aims to introduce students to the practice, processes, and complexities in/of the urbanizing world and with specific focus on Asia. Through the lens of everyday urban world, this course will seek to understand urban theories and concepts, various urban policies, their travel as models & practices, technologies and their adoption into the urban world, urban water management and the making of liveable, sustainable & smart cities across the world. Particular emphasis will also be given on understanding Singapore?s everyday urban life, planning practices and its importance as an urban model in Asia and beyond. Further, student fieldwork will help in understanding classroom concepts and appreciate everyday Asian urbanism.