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Course Description
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Course Name
Geography of Rural Development
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Host University
Maynooth University
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Location
Dublin, Ireland
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Area of Study
Geography
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
5 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits2
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units3
Hours & Credits
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Overview
The module examines the main influences on changes in the geography of agricultural production in Ireland and Europe. Particular attention will be given to the role of structural, social, economic and environmental influences as well as the significance of public policies. The second half of the module explores the concepts of rurality and rural development and assesses a range of strategies that have been proposed in Ireland and elsewhere for the maintenance of rural communities and the protection of the rural landscape.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.
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