Introduction
This unit presents the economics of place and the economic value of placemaking. It explores how people choose the places where they want to live; considering whether the choice of where to live comes first and after the search of work, or vice versa. It discusses economic components to the creating dynamics of sustainable communities and regions where people want to live. It discusses cases studies that explore potential transformational changes that reinvent and revitalize a community, with payoffs in terms of livability, social and cultural enrichment, and economic development. It also discusses government policies aimed at strengthening the economies of particular localities or regions, including agglomeration economies and human capital spillovers which potentially could enhance welfare.
Summary
| Unit name | Economics of Place: Culture, Communities and Opportunities |
| Unit code | BEA316 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Economics |
| Coordinator | Doctor Maria Yanotti |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Apply economic concepts to describe contemporary issues in placemaking.
- Use economics to analyse the role of culture and arts in local community and regional economic development.
- Apply economic concepts to analysis contemporary policy issues in placemaking.
- Collaboratively work with peers to critically apply economic theory, analyse and evaluate economic issues. Effectively communicate research.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Project Proposal (10%)|Presentation (20%)|Case Studies (30%)|Research Paper (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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