Transport and mobility Oxford debates 4208-DoTP-OG

The classes take the form of a series of structured and phased debates. They are attended by predetermined and prepared groups of students. The topics of the classes are chosen jointly by the group and the lecturer and relate to current transport problems in Poland and Europe. The discussion formula makes it possible, on the basis of selected examples, to bring closer the issues of social, economic and ecological dilemmas accompanying the development of infrastructure, the shaping of transport systems, the interaction of transport with the environment and the natural environment, and its impact on mobility and economic processes. The format of the course is based on an open, substantive discussion and teaches cooperation, the formulation of arguments, dialogue and the ability to take a different view of complex problems.

The series includes an introduction and presentation of the tools used in transport policy-making, a joint selection of debate topics, individual and group work on a selected issue, and a series of meetings including debates.

Main fields of studies for MISMaP

spatial development
geography

Type of course

general courses

Course coordinators

Jakub Majewski

Mode

Classroom

Learning outcomes

KNOWLEDGE: The course provides a diverse perspective on contemporary challenges in the transport sector and its relationship with the social and economic environment. It teaches the basis of multi-criteria analysis, environmental impact assessment mechanisms and public consultation, using selected examples of major infrastructure investments, competing transport policy concepts or decisions determining the development priorities of cities, regions and countries.
SKILLS: The course develops analytical skills, the ability to combine individual and group work and a culture of discussion.
SOCIAL COMPETENCES: Openness to dialogue, diversity of views and substantive arguments. Acceptance of differences resulting from beliefs and opinions.

Assessment criteria

Preparation for class and the form and outcome of the chosen debate

Attendance and activity in class

Bibliography

A strategy for sustainable and intelligent mobility - European transport on the road to the future, 2020, European Commission, COM/2020/789 final (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:52020DC0789&from=EN)
European Commission, 2020: Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy - putting European transport on track for the future, Brussels (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:52020DC0789&from=EN)
Strategia Zrównoważonego Rozwoju Transportu do 2030 roku (https://www.gov.pl/web/infrastruktura/projekt-strategii-zrownowazonego-rozwoju-transportu-do-2030-roku2)

Notes

Term 2023L:

None

Additional information

Information on level of this course, year of study and semester when the course unit is delivered, types and amount of class hours - can be found in course structure diagrams of apropriate study programmes. This course is related to the following study programmes:

Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system:

Description of 4208-DoTP-OG in USOSweb