MSC SPRING Modulhandbuch 17.07.2006

Module Handbook of the SPRING Programme
last revised 07/2006
Guiding Principles and Goals of the SPRING Programme

SPRING is a two year M.Sc. programme in Regional Development Planning and Management, which is jointly offered by the Faculty of Spatial Planning, Universitt Dortmund, Germany, the Department of Planning and Land Economy, College of Architecture and Planning, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, Ghana, the School of Urban and Regional Planning, University of the Philippines, Quezon City, The Philippines, the University College of Lands and Architectural Studies, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.1
The programme trains regional development planners and managers for the public sector (who will be placed either at central, regional or local government level), for private consulting, NGOs and international organisations. The course content is specially geared towards the needs of students from Africa, Asia and Latin America. The course structure and content are oriented towards four overall objectives 1. improving the organisational and planning capacities of developing countries; 2. training professionals for regional development planning and management both urban and rural); 3. training planners as process managers facilitating alliances between various stakeholders; 4. imparting an interdisciplinary approach. A regional development planner and manager has to acquire a broad inter-sectoral knowledge and skills across three major regional development planning fields: Natural resource planning, physical infrastructure planning and socio-economic development planning. He/she should have the capability to design regional development activities in a pragmatic, problem and action oriented manner. He/she should be able to structure the planning process in the sequence of the three major action phases of the panning cycle: analysis, planning and implementation. He/she should be able to reconcile participatory planning from below with the requirements of planning from above and the framework set by national policies. Regional development planners need professional knowledge of many fields and they should be able to combine various personal characteristics such as logical thinking, flexibility, creativity, organisational and communicative skills. A development planner should be able to collect, process, analyse, interpret and compile social and economic data; understand and critically reflect concepts and theories underlying spatial development and planning; project key social and economic indicators into the future;
In addition Universitt Dortmund has entered into Memoranda of Agreement with the Faculty of Economic and environmental Sciences, Universidad de austral, Valdivia Chile, and the Centre of Environmental Sciences, Universidad de Concepcin, Chile, with a view of offering another option for the second year of the SPRING programme. The curriculum of the second year in Chile will be similar to the ones offered by the partner universities in Ghana, The Philippines and Tanzania. The first student intake is scheduled for the academic year 2006/2007
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translate target group requirements into land use plans, projects and programmes; understand at least the basics of all major sectors of regional development; have a good command of planning, group facilitation and conflict resolution techniques; critically appraise processes of spatial development at all levels against the backdrop of globalisation and accelerated urbanisation; design and conduct planning-oriented empirical research; write clear reports, manuals and memos.
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Module 1: CONCEPTS AND THEORIES FOR PLANNING M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year 1 semester 1st semester 10.5 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 315 h
Type
2 3
5 6 7 8 9
1 Key Concepts of Spatial Planning L/E (M) 2 Development Theories and Strategies L/E (M) 3 Organisation and Management Concepts L/E (M) 4 Planning and Decision-Making Theories L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module starts with a compact introductory course at the beginning of the programme (course 1), upon which all other courses subsequently build. In particular the courses cover: Basic concepts of development, planning, governance, participation and gender. Theories of economic development; location theories; development strategies/policies Organisational structures for implementation, institutional linkages, roles of the planner Paradigms of planning theories, theories of planning and decision-making processes. Competences The students acquire the ability to Understand cross-cutting concepts of spatial planning and link them to thematic planning issues, Identify and critically reflect the theoretical underpinnings of development policies, Assess the analytical strengths and limitations of the covered theories, Apply the covered theories to the planning context of their home countries. Examinations Written examination covering the whole module Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module: Prerequisites None Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING and for MSc Spatial Planning in Europe, course 2 elective for MSc Raumplanung Module Coordinator Responsible department Schmidt-Kallert/N.N. (Spatial Planing in Europe) Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning M: mandatory E: elective LE: lecture/exercise
Credit Points 3 3 3 1.5
Credit hours 2 2 2 1
Abbreviations:
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Module2 : PLANNING PRACTICE M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year 2 semesters 1. -2. semester 10.5 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 315 h
Type
2 3
1 The Planners Toolkit L/E (M) 2 Programme Planning and Project Management L/E (M) 3 Analysis Workshop L/E (M) 4 Policy and Planning Workshop L/E (M) 5 Implementation Workshop L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (numbering of courses as above) This module introduces and practices techniques that are essential for planning: Group-work related techniques (group facilitation, presentation, conflict management, scenario development), Analysis and planning techniques (stakeholder analysis, problem identification, goal-setting, alternatives analysis) Project implementation techniques (plan of operation, capacity assessment, monitoring and evaluation), 3.-5. Application of these methods to a simulated case study region in a developing country. Competences The students acquire the methodological and communicative abilities to Participate in and lead goal-oriented, interdisciplinary and cooperative group work, Communicate and defend group results in oral presentations and technical reports, Conduct a participatory and comprehensive analysis (including environmental, economic, social and institutional aspects) of a region in a developing country, Develop a cross-sectoral development plan and project proposals for a region in a developing country Devise plan of operation, monitoring and evaluation procedures for the implementation of development programmes and projects. Examinations Written reports with disputation covering the entire module Type of Examinations Covering the entire module Prerequisites: none Status of the Module Mandatory for the SPRING-Programme Module Coordinator Schmidt-Kallert Relating to individual courses:
Credit Points 3 3 1.5 1.5 1.5
Credit hours 2 2 1 1 1
5 6 7 8 9
Responsible department Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning
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Module 3: PHYSICAL PLANNING M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year 2 semesters 1. -2. semester 13.5 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 1 2 Time 405 h
Type
2 3
Human Settlement Planning L/E (M) Spatial Planning and Sustainable Development in Germany L/E (M) (incl. excursions) 3 Technical Infrastructure Planning L/E (M) 1.5 1 4 Transport Planning L/E (E) 1.5 1 5 Housing L/E (E) 1.5 1 6 Spatial Data Analysis and Mapping L/E (M) 3 2 Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module includes both the technical and socio-economic aspects that affect the provision and maintenance of physical infrastructure and housing as well as the methodological tools necessary for analysing and planning them. The courses cover: Analysis and evaluation of size, functions, location and distribution of settlements, their potentials and constraints for developing enhanced settlement patters Overview of the German planning system and supervised excursions to German planning organisations and case study sites. Principles, requirements and strategies for technical infrastructure networks (transport, water supply and drainage, energy supply and communication) Role of transport for regional development, demand and supply analysis for different modes of transport; strategies and policies for transport provision. Demand and supply of housing, especially for the urban poor in informal settlements, taking into account the concept of livelihoods. Methods of data generation, analysis and interpretation in the context of spatial planning (cartography, aerial photography; GIS, CAD) Competences The students acquire the ability to Understand and analyse the complex nature of physical planning, Analyse existing physical structures and identify corresponding problems, Design solutions and intervention strategies bringing about desired changes in the fields of human settlements, technical infrastructure, transport networks and housing, Use CAD/GIS and aerial photography to generate, analyse and present data in the form of maps to support spatial planning processes. Examinations Written examination covering the entire module
Credit Points 3 4.5
Credit hours 2 4
5
6 7 8 9
Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module: Prerequisites Completion of introductory computer course or equivalent computer skills. Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING, course 2 mandatory for MSc Spatial Planning in Europe Module Coordinator Responsible department Schmidt-Kallert Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning
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Module 4: SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year 2 semesters 1. -2. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 270 h
Type
2 3
5 6 7 8 9
1 Environmental Planning and Management L/E (M) 2 Land-Use Planning L/E (M) 3 Land Tenure and Land Management L/E (M) 4 Agricultural Policy for Development Planning L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module covers the management of natural resources with emphasis on sustainable use of land and the role and contribution of agriculture in development processes as well as how these processes are impacted by global policies. The institutional framework is provided by land rights and land management systems. In particular the courses cover: Ecological profiling, conservation of natural resources, environmental impact assessment, sustainability impact assessment, Concepts of land and its significance at the national, regional and local level; key actors and their role in land-use planning; techniques of land-use surveys and analysis, land-use systems and processes, Land tenure systems, property rights, land registration and administration, Agriculture and poverty alleviation; agricultural policies. Competences The students acquire the ability to: Assess environmental and natural resources issues and problems, Identify needed interventions/management measures to ensure sustainability of natural resources, Apply various planning approaches for specialised types of land uses, Participate in the formulation of policies related to natural resources, land use, land tenure and agricultural development, Assess and propose mechanisms for efficient land management. Examinations Oral examination covering the contents of the entire module. Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module Prerequisites None Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING, course 1 and 4 elective for MSc Raumplanung Module Coordinator Responsible department Schmidt-Kallert Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning
Credit Points 3 1.5 1.5 3
Credit hours 2 1 1 2
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Module 5: SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNING M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year 2 semesters 1. -2. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 270 h
Type
2 3
5 6 7 8 9
1 Financing and Budgeting L/E (M) 2 Regional Economic Development Planning L/E (M) 3 Demography and Social Infrastructure L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module covers essential socio-economic determinants of regional development. In particular the courses focus on: Estimation and assessment of private and public financial capacity of a district against calculated financial needs of development programmes and projects; budgeting procedures; tools for evaluation of development programmes and projects, Basic economic terms and concepts on macro and micro level; methods of regional economic analysis; strategies and instruments for the implementation of economic development programmes and projects, Key concepts of demographic transition, population projections and basic parameters guiding the provision of social infrastructure; interrelation between economic development, social change and demographic growth. Competences The students acquire the ability to Assess economic determinants and estimate the financial capacity of a region, Prepare and assess budget plans, Calculate the need for social infrastructure provision, Select and apply context-specific strategies and instruments for economic promotion and social development, Work in intercultural, interdisciplinary groups. Examinations Examinations are held for each individual course: Course 1: written exam, Course 2: written exam, Course 3: assignment paper. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module: Relating to individual courses Prerequisites none Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING, course 2 and 3 elective for MSc Raumplanung Module Coordinator Responsible department Schmidt-Kallert Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning
Credit Points 3 3 3
Credit hours 2 2 2
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Module 6: RESEARCH PAPER M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year 2 semesters 1. -2. semester 7.5 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 1 2 3 2 3 Introduction to Research and Report Writing I Introduction to Research and Report Writing II Research Paper Time 225 h
Type L/E (M) L/E (M) Individual (M)
Credit Points 1.5 1.5 4,5
Credit hours 1 1 0
5 6 7 8 9
Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module contains an introductory course and independent research work: Introduction to research design and operationalisation; technical writing skills, Independent but supervised research focusing on planning and development issues. The research is essentially based on secondary data. The research paper can be seen as a preparation for writing the MSc thesis at the end of the 4th semester. Competences The students acquire the methodological, analytical and communicative abilities to identify a research problem and structure a scientific paper, identify, select and analyse relevant data and literature, write a research paper according to scientific standards, develop planning proposals grounded in scientific research. Examinations The research paper submitted at the end of the 2nd semester is marked by two supervisors and accounts for the module grade. Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module: Prerequisites None Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING. Module Coordinator Schmidt-Kallert
Responsible department Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning
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Module 7a: PLANNING AND RESEARCH METHODS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 3. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 270 h
Type
2 3
1 Spatial Statistics L/E (M) 2 Planning Surveys and Research Methodology L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module consists of two courses covering the following contents: Statistical methods for planners, analysing spatial data, Operationalisation of research instruments, empirical research methods, participatory data gathering and analysis methods, Competences The students acquire the ability to Conduct empirical research (field work, data analysis, report writing), Select and apply appropriate statistical methods and spatial analysis techniques for addressing problems and issues in urban and regional planning, Apply scientific methods in decision-making, policy-formulation, planning and management processes. Examinations Graded written exams plus graded assignment papers for both courses (see below). Type of Examinations Covering the entire module: Relating to individual courses Course 1: assignment papers Course 1: written exam Course 2: assignment papers Course 2: written exam
Credit Points 4.5 4.5
Credit hours 3 3
5 6
7 8 9
Prerequisites Successful completion of first year of SPRING programme Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING and 2nd year master degree in Kumasi. Module Coordinator Responsible department Braimah Kwa Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Department of Planning
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Module 8a: POLICY PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION IN GHANA M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 3. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 1 Governance of Development 2 Planning Practice in Ghana Language of instruction English Time 270 h
Type L/E (M) L/E (M)
Credit hours 3 3
2 3
Content of the Module (numbering of courses as above) This module deals with institutional and practical issues of designing and implementing development policies in Ghana: Governance structures and institutional reforms associated with decentralisation, legislative instruments, institutional collaboration, governance Development of lower-level planning structures, challenges of grassroots participation and empowerment, the role of planners in these processes. Course includes lectures by invited practitioners. Competences The students acquire the ability to Understand, assess and monitor the evolving institutional structures, formal and informal processes, operating dynamics as well as practical constraints and problems of a decentralised system, Assess the interests and capacities of various institutions and stakeholders in Ghanas planning system, Understand a planners options for coordinating and managing the development process within a decentralised framework, Compare the Ghanaian planning system and experiences with other countries. Examinations Graded assignment papers plus graded written exam for both courses (see below). Type of Examinations Covering the entire module Relating to individual courses: Course 1: written assignment papers Course 1: written exam Course 2: written assignment papers Course 2: written exam Prerequisites: Successful completion of year one of SPRING.
5 6
7 8 9
Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING and 2nd year master degree in Kumasi. Module Coordinator Responsible department Braimah Kwa Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Department of Planning
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Module 9a: DEVELOPMENT PLANNING WORKSHOP M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year two semesters 3. -4. semester 18 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 360 h
Type
2 3
1 Development Planning Workshop L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module builds on the first years workshops that dealt with a simulated case study region. In the second year development workshop the students engage with a real world case study area, typically a district. Over the course of two semesters the students spend several weeks in the district for field studies (interviews, data collection etc.). Working in groups and guided by the workshop supervisor the students go through the typical planning processes and development issues, combining methods and knowledge of all previous SPRING courses. Competences The students acquire the ability to Generate and analyse empirical data for identifying problems and potentials, Conduct consultative meetings with key stakeholders of the study area Develop a comprehensive development plan for the case study area, Design strategies and derive feasible projects, Disseminate and discuss the plan with key stakeholders, Engage in goal-oriented, interdisciplinary group work. Examinations The students produce a written report and corresponding charts and maps. In addition there are oral examinations (individual and as a group) for testing contents and methods employed in the workshop. All of these are graded. Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module: a) Written report, chart and maps b) Oral examinations Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING and 2nd year master degree in Kumasi. Module Coordinator Responsible department Braimah Kwa Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Department of Planning
Credit Points 18
Credit hours 12
7 8 9
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Module 10a: MASTER THESIS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 4. semester 24 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 3 2 3 Master Thesis Time 720 h
Type Individual work (M)
Credit Points 24
Credit hours 0
Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) The master thesis is an independent research work produced by each student individually, yet supervised by one lecturer. The thesis should deal with a real world problem which is of relevance to a particular area, e.g. the district in which the development workshop takes place. Competences The students acquire the ability to: Define and operationalise a researchable topic, Identify and design appropriate research tools, Search and analyse relevant literature Collect and analyse empirical data Derive relevant findings and recommendations Write a scientific report Examinations Written thesis assessed individually by several examiners, final mark determined by entire examination committee after oral defense Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING. Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING and 2nd year master degree in Kumasi. Module Coordinator Responsible department Braimah Kwa Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Department of Planning
5 6 7 8 9
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Module 7b: PLANNING AND RESEARCH METHODS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 3. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 270 h
Type
2 3
1 Research Methods in Planning L/E (M) 2 Planning Analysis and Techniques L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module consists of two courses covering the following contents: Quantitative and qualitative methods for planners, analysing spatial data, research design Empirical research methods and tools, participatory data gathering and analysis methods,
Credit hours 3 3
5 6
Competences The students acquire the ability to Conduct empirical research (field work, data analysis, report writing), Select and apply appropriate statistical methods and spatial analysis techniques for addressing problems and issues in urban and regional planning, Apply scientific methods in decision-making, policy-formulation, planning and management processes. Examinations Graded written exams for both courses plus a graded assignment paper for course 1. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module: Relating to individual courses Course 1: group research paper Course 1: written exam Course 2: written exam
assignment
7 8 9
Prerequisites Successful completion of first year of SPRING programme Status of the Module Mandatory. Module Coordinator Responsible department Racelis University of the Philippines, School of Urban and Regional Planning
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Module 8b: POLICY PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION IN THE PHILIPPINES M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 3. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 1 Planning Process 2 Special Problems in Regional Planning Language of instruction English Time 270 h
Credit hours 3 3
2 3
Content of the Module (numbering of courses as above) This module deals with institutional and practical issues of designing and implementing development policies in the Philippines: The system of development plans in the Philippines, planning and implementation of the Comprehensive Development Plan, the planning process and corresponding methods. Administrative and political structures as well as institutional reforms associated with administrative decentralisation, legislative instruments, institutional collaboration, and other governance issues; major planning approaches and strategies for promoting national and sub-national growth and development. Competences The students acquire the ability to Understand, assess and monitor the evolving institutional structures, formal and informal processes, operating dynamics as well as practical constraints and problems of the system of governance in the Philippines, Assess the interests and capacities of various institutions and stakeholders in the Philippines planning system, Understand a planners options for coordinating and managing the development process within a decentralised framework, Compare the Philipppines planning system and experiences with other countries. Examinations Graded written exam for course 1, graded written assignment papers for course 2. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module Relating to individual courses: Course 1: written exam Course 2: assignment papers Prerequisites: Successful completion of year one of SPRING.
5 6
7 8 9
Status of the Module Mandatory. Module Coordinator Carino
Responsible department University of the Philippines, School of Urban and Regional Planning
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Module 9b: DEVELOPMENT PLANNING WORKSHOP M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year two semesters 3. -4. semester 18 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 360 h
Type
2 3
1 Development Planning Workshop L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module builds on the first years workshops that dealt with a simulated case study region. In the second year development workshop the students engage with a real world case study area. Over the course of two semesters the students spend several weeks in the district for field studies (interviews, data collection etc.). Working in groups and guided by the workshop supervisor the students go through the typical planning processes and development issues, combining methods and knowledge of all previous SPRING courses. Competences The students acquire the ability to Generate and analyse empirical data for identifying problems and potentials, Conduct consultative meetings with key stakeholders of the study area Develop a comprehensive development plan for the case study area, Design strategies and derive feasible projects, Disseminate and discuss the plan with key stakeholders, Engage in goal-oriented, interdisciplinary group work. Examinations The students produce a written report and corresponding charts and maps. In addition there are oral examinations (individual and as a group) as well as an individual exam for testing contents and methods employed in the workshop. All of these examinations are graded. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module: a) Written report, chart and maps b) Oral examinations c) Written exam Relating to individual courses
Credit Points 18
Credit hours 12
7 8 9
Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING and 2nd year master degree in Kumasi. Module Coordinator Responsible department Liwag University of the Philippines, School of Urban and Regional Planning
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Module 10b: MASTER THESIS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 4. semester 24 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 3 2 3 Master Thesis Writing Time 720 h
Credit Points 24
Credit hours 0
Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) The master thesis is an independent research work produced by each student individually, yet supervised by one lecturer. The thesis should deal with a real world problem which is of relevance to a particular area, e.g. the region in which the development workshop takes place. Competences The students acquire the ability to: Define and operationalise a researchable topic, Identify and design appropriate research tools, Search and analyse relevant literature Collect and analyse empirical data Derive relevant findings and recommendations Write a scientific report Examinations Written thesis assessed individually by several examiners, final mark determined by entire examination committee after oral defense Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING. Status of the Module Mandatory. Module Coordinator Liwag
5 6 7 8 9
Responsible department University of the Philippines, School of Urban and Regional Planning
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Module 7c: PLANNING AND RESEARCH METHODS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 3. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 270 h
Type
2 3
1 Research Methods L/E (M) 2 Planning and Management of Information Systems L/E (M) 3 Professional Practice L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module consists of two courses covering the following contents: Quantitative and qualitative research methods for planners, analysing spatial data, research design, participatory data gathering and analysis methods In-depth applications of information and communication technology (ICT) for urban land management and management; planning and management of multi-sectoral and multi-level data bases, advanced GIS methods Methods used in urban development and management; professional practice in the central government, municipal councils and the private sector Competences The students acquire the ability to Conduct empirical research (field work, data analysis, report writing), Select and apply appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods and spatial analysis techniques for addressing problems and issues in planning, Apply scientific methods in decision-making, policy-formulation, planning and management processes, Capture, store and analyse GIS data and using them for urban planning tasks. Examinations There will be graded written examinations for all three courses (see below). Type of Examinations Covering the entire module Relating to individual courses Course 1: written exam Course 2: written exam Course 3: written exam
Credit Points 3 3 3
Credit hours 2 2 2
5 6
7 8 9
Prerequisites Successful completion of first year of SPRING programme Status of the Module Mandatory. Module Coordinator Responsible department Hagai University of Dar es Salaam, UCLAS
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Module 8c: URBAN PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT IN TANZANIA M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 3. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 270 h
Type
2 3
5 6 7 8 9
1 Urban Planning and Management Theories L/E (M) 2 Urban Land Management and Development L/E (E) 3 Urban Housing Development and Management L/E (E) 4 Urban Infrastructure Planning and Management L/E (E) 5 Gender and Urban Development and Management L/E (E) Language of instruction English Content of the Module This module deals with institutional and practical issues of designing and implementing urban development policies in Tanzania: Concepts and paradigms of urban planning; institutional arrangements for urban planning, role of the planner as urban manager Assessment of existing systems of urban land management; operational challenges and solutions for urban land management Policies, legal and institutional frameworks for ensuring shelter in developing countries Approaches and techniques for working with communities for sustainable solutions for infrastructure provision, especially related to low-income informal housing. Role of women in urban development and management processes; gender-specific requirements and planning techniques Competences The students acquire the ability to Understand, assess and monitor the evolving institutional structures, formal and informal processes, operating dynamics as well as practical constraints and problems of urban planning in Tanzania, Assess the interests and capacities of various institutions and stakeholders Understand a planners options and intervention strategies for coordinating and managing the urban land development and housing process, Compare the Tanzanian planning system and experiences with other countries. Examinations There will be graded written exams related to individual courses. Only course 1 is mandatory. Out of the remaining 4 electives two courses have to be taken. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module Relating to individual courses Prerequisites: Successful completion of year one of SPRING. Status of the Module Course 1: mandatory; Courses 2-5: select two out of four Module Coordinator Responsible department Halla University of Dar es Salaam, UCLAS
Credit Points 3 3 3 3 3
Credit hours 2 2 2 2 2
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Module 9c: URBAN PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year two semesters 3. -4. semester 18 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 360 h
Type
2 3
1 Urban Planning and Management Studio L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module builds on the first years workshops that dealt with a simulated case study region. In the second year development workshop the students engage with a real world case study area. Over the course of two semesters the students spend extensive time in an urban settlement (typically in Dar es Salaam) for field studies (interviews, data collection etc.). Working in groups and guided by the workshop supervisor the students go through the typical planning processes and development issues, combining methods and knowledge of all previous SPRING courses. Competences The students acquire the ability to Generate and analyse empirical data for identifying problems and potentials, Conduct consultative meetings with key stakeholders of the study area Develop a comprehensive development plan for the case study area, Design strategies and derive feasible projects, Disseminate and discuss the plan with key stakeholders, Engage in goal-oriented, interdisciplinary group work. Examinations The students produce a written report and corresponding charts and maps. In addition there are oral examinations (individual and as a group) as well as an individual exam for testing contents and methods employed in the workshop. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module: a) Written report, chart and maps b) Oral examinations c) Written exam Relating to individual courses
Credit Points 18
Credit hours 12
7 8 9
Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING Status of the Module Mandatory for SPRING and 2nd year master degree in Kumasi. Module Coordinator Responsible department Lupala University of Dar es Salaam, UCLAS
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Module 10c: MASTER THESIS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 4. semester 24 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 3 2 3 Master Thesis Time 720 h
Credit Points 24
Credit hours 0
Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) The master thesis is an independent research work produced by each student individually, yet supervised by a lecturer. The thesis should deal with a real world problem which is of relevance to a particular area, e.g. the urban community in which the development workshop takes place. Competences The students acquire the ability to: Define and operationalise a researchable topic, Identify and design appropriate research tools, Search and analyse relevant literature Collect and analyse empirical data Derive relevant findings and recommendations Write a scientific report defend it orally Examinations Written thesis assessed individually by several examiners, final mark determined by entire examination committee after oral defense Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING. Status of the Module Mandatory. Module Coordinator Kombe
5 6 7 8 9
Responsible department University of Dar es Salaam, UCLAS
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Module 7d: PLANNING AND RESEARCH METHODS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year two semesters 3. and 4. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 270 h
Type
2 3
1 Research Methods in Planning L/E (M) 2 Planning Analysis and Techniques L/E (M) 3 Planning and Management Information Systems L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module consists of three courses covering the following contents: 1. Operationalisation of research instruments, empirical research methods, participatory data gathering and analysis methods 2. Statistical methods for planners, analysing spatial data, 3. GIS applications and remote sensing tools for environmental planning and management Competences The students acquire the ability to Conduct empirical research (field work, data analysis, report writing), Select and apply appropriate statistical methods and spatial analysis techniques for addressing problems and issues in urban and regional planning, Apply scientific methods in decision-making, policy-formulation, planning and management processes. Examinations Graded assignment papers and graded written exam according 6. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module: Relating to individual courses Course 1: Assignment paper Course 2: written exam Course 3: written exam
Credit Points 3 3 3
Credit hours 2 2 2
5 6
7 8 9
Prerequisites Successful completion of first year of SPRING programme Status of the Module mandatory. Module Coordinator Responsible department Skewes Faculdad de Ciencias Econmicas y Administrativas, UACH; Centro de Ciencias Ambientales EULA, UDEC
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Module 8d: POLICY PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION IN CHILE M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year two semesters 3. and 4. semester 9 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 1 Decentralised Development Planning in Chile 2 Regional Planning and Environmental Management Language of instruction English Time 270 h
Credit hours 3 3
2 3
Content of the Module (numbering of courses as above) This module deals with institutional and practical issues of designing and implementing development policies in Chile: 1. Governance structures and institutional reforms associated with decentralisation, legislative instruments, institutional collaboration, 2. Environmental policies in Latin America, urban and economic pressures on natural resources, integrated natural resource management and sustainable regional development, management of vulnerable and protected areas. Competences The students acquire the ability to Understand, assess and monitor the evolving institutional structures, formal and informal processes, operating dynamics as well as practical constraints and problems of a decentralised system, Understand and assess natural resource development and its interrelations with economic development and regional planning, Assess the interests and capacities of various institutions and stakeholders in Chiles planning system, Understand a planners options for coordinating and managing the development process within a decentralised framework, Compare the Chilean planning system and experiences with other countries. Examinations Graded assignment papers and graded written exam according 6. Type of Examinations Covering the entire module Relating to individual courses: Course 1: written exam Course 2: assignment paper
5 6
7 8 9
Prerequisites: Successful completion of year one of SPRING. Status of the Module mandatory Module Coordinator Escaida
Responsible department Faculdad de Ciencias Econmicas y Administrativas, UACH; Centro de Ciencias Ambientales EULA, UDEC
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Module 9d: DEVELOPMENT PLANNING WORKSHOP M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year two semesters 3. -4. semester 18 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses Time 360 h
Type
2 3
1 Development Planning Workshop L/E (M) Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) This module builds on the first years workshops that dealt with a simulated case study region. In the second year development workshop the students engage with a real world case study area, typically a district/province. Over the course of two semesters the students spend several weeks in the district for field studies (interviews, data collection etc.). Working in groups and guided by the workshop supervisor the students go through the typical planning processes and development issues, combining methods and knowledge of all previous SPRING courses. The first field visit is preceded by a workshop introducing the students to issues of transdisciplinarity, sustainability and human scale development, thus providing important planning principles for the more practical exercises in the field. Competences The students acquire the ability to Generate and analyse empirical data for identifying problems and potentials, Conduct consultative meetings with key stakeholders of the study area Develop a comprehensive development plan for the case study area, Design strategies and derive feasible projects, Disseminate and discuss the plan with key stakeholders, Engage in goal-oriented, interdisciplinary group work. Examinations The students produce a written report and corresponding charts and maps. In addition there are oral examinations (individual and as a group) for testing contents and methods employed in the workshop. All of these are graded. Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module: a) Written report, chart and maps b) Oral examinations Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING Status of the Module mandatory Module Coordinator Ampuero
Credit Points 18
Credit hours 12
7 8 9
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Module 10d: MASTER THESIS M. Sc. Programme: SPRING (Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies) Frequency Duration When taught Credit Points Every year one semester 4. semester 24 1 Structure of the Module No. Courses 1 2 3 Master Thesis Time 720 h
Credit Points 24
Credit hours 0
Language of instruction English Content of the Module (course numbering as above) The master thesis is an independent research work produced by each student individually, yet supervised by one lecturer. The thesis should deal with a real world problem which is of relevance to a particular area, e.g. the province in which the development workshop takes place. Competences The students acquire the ability to: Define and operationalise a researchable topic, Identify and design appropriate research tools, Search and analyse relevant literature Collect and analyse empirical data Derive relevant findings and recommendations Write a scientific report Examinations Written thesis assessed individually by several examiners, final mark determined by entire examination committee after oral defense Type of Examinations Relating to individual courses Covering the entire module Prerequisites Successful completion of year one of SPRING. Status of the Module mandatory. Module Coordinator Prof. Robinson Ampuero
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Guiding Principles and Goals of the SPRING Programme

Credit Points 3 3 3 1.5

Credit Points 3 3 1.5 1.5 1.5

Responsible department Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning

Credit Points 3 4.5

Credit Points 3 1.5 1.5 3

Type L/E (M) L/E (M) Individual (M)

Credit Points 1.5 1.5 4,5

Responsible department Univ. Dortmund, Faculty of Spatial Planning

Credit Points 4.5 4.5

Type L/E (M) L/E (M)

Credit Points 4.5 4.5

Type Individual work (M)

Credit Points 4.5 4.5

Type L/E (M) L/E (M)

Credit Points 4.5 4.5

Status of the Module Mandatory. Module Coordinator Carino

Type Individual work (M)

Type Individual work (M)

Responsible department University of Dar es Salaam, UCLAS

Type L/E (M) L/E (M)

Credit Points 4.5 4.5

Type Individual work (M)

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