Urban and Cultural Geography

Cities are the vibrant and dynamic focal points of today’s society. The specific cultural and social context of city life as well as their unique morphology and materiality make cities special places. In modern metropolis the interference of different urban groups is unavoidable as they all claim and identify the same urban space. This can lead to conflicts but can also be the source of social mobility, innovation and cultural creativity.What is the relationship between the urban setting and urban activities? In the Master’s specialisation in Urban and Cultural Geography you will study how different actors influence the physical form of cities but also the way in which they present and understand the character and identity of cities, and how they make use of the typical urban environment in their daily activities. Together residents, commuters, tourists, businesses and municipalities create and make cities.