Teaching Methodologies
Theoretical-practical classes have an expository, critical analysis and discussion component associated with learning the concepts and
applicable solutions. It is an environment for interaction with students, but conducted in a guided manner. Group learning occurs through
active learning methodologies, including simulated debates, puzzles and collaborative actions. PBL techniques will also be used – projectbased
learning to simulate problem-solving that simulates professional practice, which gives rise to a written document submitted by
students for evaluation.
Learning Results
Master the concepts and determinants of the urban economy.
Understand the dimensions of the urban economy and their interrelationship.
Know how to interpret the economic indicators of a city.
Know and make judgments about the operation of the city’s economy.
Interpret public policies for the city and their potential effects.
Understand the paradigms of the urban circular economy and identify the most relevant areas and stakeholders.
Know how to develop community involvement strategies in circularity projects.
Know and interpret European and Portuguese policy measures for circular cities.
Be able to collaborate in eco-innovation projects associated with circular cities.
Program
1. URBAN ECONOMY: 1.1 Geographic space in economic analysis; 1.2 Externalities and agglomeration economies; 1.3 Market forces and
urban development; 1.4 Economic aspects of land use, housing and mobility in cities; 1.5 Urban problems vs. public policies: debates and
challenges; 1.6 Linear urban economy vs circular urban economy: concepts, economic impacts and barriers.
2. CIRCULAR CITIES: 2.1 Vision for a circular city: key areas; 2.2 Drivers of the transition to circular cities; 2.3 Life-cycle thinking: concepts,
education and community involvement strategies; 2.4 Public policies to promote the circular economy in the city; 2.5 European initiative for
circular cities and regions; 2.6 National Circular Cities Initiative: 2.7 Circular city networks 2.8 Eco-innovation: circular design; circular
purchasing; circular business.
Internship(s)
NAO
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