Business and Social Geography - BMEGT42M102

The aim of the course is to introduce students to the basics of social and economic geography, explore the spatial features of main social and economic phenomenon, processes and the reasons in the background, and learn about the contemporary means of tackling the challenges. This course unit aims to (1) introduce students to the basics and systems of human geography, to the logic of geographical thinking, (2) provide a comprehensive knowledge of the overall characteristics of the geographical area (settlement, region, country), level and borders, and its European aspects, and the administrative geography (3) present the basics and main areas of social geography, their current research directions and main European characteristics, (4) in particular, reveal the current features of the population and settlement geography, including urban and rural geography and related policies, European features, and some aspects in Hungary, (5) present the basics and main areas of economic geography, their current research directions and main European characteristics, and some aspects in Hungary (6) in particular, introduce the concepts of development and spatial structure, the forms of measurement of the former and the representations of the latter, as well as their European characteristics and urban and regional political dimensions, (7) in addition, explore the current geographic features and European forms of the primary, secondary and tertiary, quaternary sector. The course is based on the classical division of socio-economic geography, along which the lectures discuss each sub-area, including the main challenges and possible responses, with a focus on European aspects.

1. the place of human geography among social sciences,
2. the main sub-fields, their main research questions, problems,
3. the basics, possibilities and limitations of the theory of socio-economic geography,
4. the main socio-economic geographical features, particularly in the European dimension,
5. some related research case studies, policy actions.

1. understand territorial social, economic problems (from causes through processes to solutions),
2. give an account of the extent of the problems,
3. to combine social and economic characteristics in geographical space based on their knowledge.

1. open to the knowledge and adaptation of innovations in the social and economic geography,
2. collaborate with their instructors and fellow students during the learning process,
3. gain knowledge and information,
4. use the opportunities offered by IT tools.

1. are capable of investigating the origins, nature and possible solutions of environmental problems and challenges,
2. are capable of formulating responsible recommendations,
3. are open to accept reliable critical remarks,

Lectures and written communication, use of ICT tools and techniques.

• Az előadások prezentációinak anyaga, amely a megfelelő időpontban a hallgatók által hozzáférhetővé válik.
• Slideshows of the lectures which will distributed at appropriate times throughout the semester.
• Az aktuális irodalmi lista az első órán kerül ismertetésre.
• The current literature list will be distributed in the first lesson.

Assessment of the learning outcomes described under 2.2. is be based on two summative assessments.

Detailed description of the performance evaluations carried out during the diligent period: Summative assessment: a complex, written way of evaluating the competence elements of the subject and knowledge, ability type in the form of a midterm exam. The midterm exam focuses on the assessment of the acquired knowledge and its application, so it focuses on the recognition and solution of the problem. The part of the curriculum on which the assessment is based is determined by the lecturer of the subject.

• 1st summative assessment: 50%
• 2nd summative assessment: 50%
• Total: 100%

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At least 50% of the total score of each mid-term test is required for signing.

Retakes and make-ups of summative assessments are regulated by the university’s Code on Studies.

Consulted with the Faculty Student Representative Committee, approved by the Vice Dean for Education, valid from: 10.01.2022.

Subject includes the topics detailed in the course syllabus to ensure learning outcomes listed under 2.2. can be achieved. Timing of the topics may be affected by calendar or other circumstances in each semester.