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Sustainable Communities
SSUD71-206

SUBJECT OVERVIEW


Level:Postgraduate Subject
Faculty/School:Institute of Sustainable Development and Architecture, Mirvac School of Sustainable Development
Semesters Offered:TBA
Credit Value:10 credit points
Subject Enquiries:Email: ISDA.Reception@bond.edu.au
Study Abroad availability:Available to Study Abroad students
Subject Outline:January 2013  [ Intensive (Wks 3 & 8) ]

Synopsis

Planners need to have a sound understanding of community and social planning to create sustainable and inclusive communities. Community and social planning is the process that seeks to understand the needs of communities and develop strategies for meeting those needs. Active engagement in the community is an important part of building sustainable communities. This subject is intended to provide students with a deeper appreciation of theoretical frameworks as well as tools for community and social planning in order to build sustainable communities.

Prior Knowledge

Nil