Urban Economics Course unit title Urban Economics Course unit code EKP 607 Type of course unit (compulsory, optional) Optional Level of course unit (according to EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master) Second cycle Master Year of study when the course unit is delivered (if applicable) Year 1 Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered Semester 2 Number of ECTS credits allocated 4.8 ects Name of lecturer(s) Dr. Nurul Istifadah Drs. Ec. Bambang Eko Afiatno, MSE.,Ph.D Learning outcomes of the course unit After taking this course students are able to: Examine the analytical framework and context of the Urban Economics Develop and address issues in the urban economy using relevant analytical tools Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning) - Face to face (offline) using LCD, White Board, and or - Distance learning (online) Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable) No Course content This course focuses on understanding the theory and analysis of economic problems in urban areas. The discussion includes the definition of the city, the factors that influence the formation of the city, the spatial structure of the city area, land rent and use in the city, monocentric and multicentric city, settlements, infrastructure and public facilities of the city, as well as social environmental problems in the city. Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools Arthur O Sullivan, 2007, Urban Economics, 6th edition, Mc Graw Hill, USA Peter Nijkamp, 1986, Handbook of Regional and Urban Economic, volume II, Nort Holland, Amsterdam. Wal VJ Van Lierop and Peter Nijkamp, 1981, Locational Developments and Urban Planning, Sijthoff & Noordhoff, USA. Budi D Sinulingga, 1999, Pembangunan Kota, Tinjauan Regional dan Lokal, Pustaka Sinar Harapan, Jakarta. Eko Budihardjo dan D Joko Sujarto, 1999, Kota Berkelanjutan, Penerbit Alumni Bandung Planned learning activities and teaching methods Teaching (Classical Method), Presentation, Discussion, case/problem-based method Language of instruction In Bahasa (Indonesian Language) and English Assessment methods and criteria - Mid Exam (15%) - Final Exam (15%) - Task of Problem set (reseacrh paper) (70%)