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4000 Level Courses
Note: 49xx are Thesis Courses, and have a 1.5 course weight. Preparation for a thesis course often begins by contacting potential supervisors in the previous winter term.
Discussion of geographical paradigms within a historical and social context. A central concern is the relationship between the academic and professional practice of geography.
Prerequisite(s): 4th year status, and enrollment in a Specialization, Major or Honors Specialization in the Department of Geography
Extra Information: 2 hours, 0.5 course.
This is an advanced community-based experiential course that combines in-class discussions with community-based research. Students will train in methodologies and ethics of working with First Nations communities. Areas of research may include but are not limited to ecological restoration, land claims, self-government, education, health and wellness and urban issues.
Anti-requisite(s): Earth Sciences 3023F/G, Indigenous Studies 4023F/G, the former Geography 3001F/G.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department and 3rd or 4th year status in any Specialization or Honours Specialization module in the Department of Geography and Environment.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours. Cross-listed with Earth Sciences 3023F/G and Indigenous Studies 4023F/G. 0.5 course.
This field course provides students with practical experience working in a local First Nations community on a collaborative project. Centering Indigenous ways of knowing, a major focus is on understanding intersecting cultural, political, ecological, social, and economic factors that shape community life. Topics include Indigenous governance, treaties, and political ecologies.
Anti-requisite(s): Indigenous Studies 4024A/B, the former Geography 3002A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Any course in Arts and Humanities or Social Science and registration in third or fourth year.
Extra Information: Bi-weekly 3-hour lecture, bi-weekly 3-hour outdoor tutorial. Cross-listed with Indigenous Studies 4024A/B. 0.5 course.
An introduction to multivariate statistics and data analysis using computational methods; reproducibility in data analysis, data presentation, exploratory data analysis, and data mining for Geography.
Anti-requisite(s): The former Geography 3210A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Geography 2210A/B or Biology 2244A/B or Statistical Sciences 2244A/B, and enrolment in a geography program, or permission from the instructor.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours. 0.5 course.
This course covers advanced concepts and methods for analyzing spatial data using GIScience and computational techniques to identify patterns, relationships, and processes across space. Topics include global and local spatial data analysis, point pattern analysis, spatial regression, and AI for geospatial data analysis. Labs build skills for solving real-world problems.
Anti-requisite(s): The former Geography 3211A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in third or fourth year, Geography 2220A/B and one of Geography 2210A/B, Biology 2244A/B or Statistical Sciences 2244A/B, or other equivalent, or permission of the instructor.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours. Limited enrollment. 0.5 course.
This course covers advanced methods and applications of urban data science. Students learn visualizing, measuring, and explaining the city through urban data analytics. Topics include big and real-time data analysis, geovisualization, urban system simulations, and AI for solving real-world urban challenges. Labs develop computational skills to understand dynamic urban environments.
Anti-requisite(s): The former Geography 3226A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in third or fourth year and Geography 2220A/B, or permission of the instructor.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours. 0.5 course.
Themes to be considered may include: advanced computer analysis of digital satellite and airborne data (optical, infrared and radar), advanced image classification methods, texture analysis, change detection, automatic linear feature extraction, structural pattern recognition and remote sensing applications. Remote sensing software will be used in lab.
Anti-requisite(s): The former Geography 3231A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Geography 2230A/B.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours. 0.5 course.
This course engages with digital technologies as social and spatial phenomena. Through an exploration of technologies including AI, cryptocurrencies, digital platforms, and the cloud, the course identifies the environmental and social implications of pervasive digitality while critically navigating through utopian versus dystopian discourses of technology.
Anti-requisite(s): The former Geography 3414A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in year 3 or 4 in any module.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour. 0.5 course.
Explores the role of collective action in addressing the climate crisis. Examines theories of the state, civil society and social change, and historic and ongoing tactics of social and environmental movements. Urges shifting the focus of action from “what can I do?” toward “what can we do?”
Prerequisite(s): Third or fourth year status at the University and at least two of the following: Geography 1200A/B, Geography 2133A/B, Geography 3350A/B, Geography 3443F/G, Geography 3446F/G, or permission of the instructor.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hours, 0.5 course.
This course examines policies used in economic development to ensure growth and competitiveness of urban economies. Topics include theories of urban economic development, analytical techniques for evaluating urban economies, business recruitment and retention policies, creative economy and quality of life policies, technology policies, and place-based economic development policies.
Anti-requisite(s): The former Geography 3465F/G.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in third or fourth year; at least one of Geography 1400F/G, Geography 2210A/B, Geography 2220A/B, Geography 2420A/B or Geography 2460F/G.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, 0.5 course.
This course equips students with practical financial literacy in urban development and real estate. It covers investment analysis from due diligence to valuation and underwriting. Students learn how to build financial models, assess property investments, and understand acquisition, financing, and exit strategies essential for real estate decision-making and practical implementation.
Anti-requisite(s): Business Administration 4613A/B, the former Geography 3464F/G.
Prerequisite(s): Geography 2460F/G. Business Administration 2257 is strongly recommended.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour, 0.5 course.
A thesis on a geographical problem including the results of field work, cartographic representation, and a study of the relevant literature.
Prerequisite(s): Fourth year status, and enrollment in an Honors program with a Specialization or Major in the Department of Geography.
Extra Information: Hours by arrangement, 1.5 course.
A thesis on a geographical problem in the natural, physical or technical sciences.
Prerequisite(s): Fourth year status, and enrollment in an Honors program with a Specialization or Major in the Department of Geography.
Extra Information: Hours by arrangement, 1.5 course.