Objective 

To expose students to emerging geographic issues that have implications for national and continental planning and development. 

Content

The course focuses on the dynamics of the issues in relation to the geopolitics of Ghana’s lower middle-income status. Among the issues to cover are global warming and climate change; governance and political corruption; globalisation and development in developing countries; natural/artificial disasters and their management; challenges of food security in Africa; emerging issues in regionalism and integration; access, inclusion and exclusion; environmental injustices; and green transport with focus on urban walkability. Students will be encouraged to make presentations on the topics for discussion.

Mode of delivery

The course will be delivered through lectures, seminars, group discussion, fieldwork and practical or applied problem solving approach.