Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2015-2016
ASIA 345 - URBAN LAB DUBAI
Long Title: COMPARATIVE URBAN POLITICS AND POLICY LAB DUBAI
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): POLI 355 OR POLI 362 OR POLI 464 OR POLI 562
Description: The course examines the dynamics of urban politics and policy in an emerging global city - Dubai. In addition to social, political, and economic issues, we will focus on history, culture, language, architecture and the arts. Weekly class sessions will include case studies, guest lectures, and group work on research projects. The lab also features an 8 day field research trip to Dubai. Prerequisites may be taken the same semester with POLI/ASIA 345. Department Permission Required.Cross-list: POLI 345.