Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: URBAN LAB ISTANBUL

Department: Asian Studies

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): POLI 362 OR POLI 562 OR POLI 464

Description: This course examines the dynamics of urban politics and policy in an emerging global city - Istanbul. In addition to social, political and economic issues, we will also focus on history, culture, language, architecture and the arts. Weekly class sessions will include lectures, case studies, guest lecturers, and group work on research projects. The lab also features an 8-day field research trip to Istanbul. Prerequisite(s) POLI 362 or POLI 562 may be taken concurrently. Instructor Permission Required.Cross-list: POLI 349.