CVFN 411 - Dimensions of Urban Agriculture

Course Description

This course describes the dimensions (functions, roles, benefits, potential risks) of urban agriculture and how these complement, supplement, compete with, substitute for, or undermine those provided by other land uses, sectoral activities and actors. The main dimensions covered are: health and food security, socio-cultural dimensions, economic dimensions, and environmental dimensions. Two well-documented case studies will be used throughout the course to highlight each dimension separately, before bringing them all together.

Sample Course Outline

Distance Course Outline (subject to change)

Notes

This course has been developed in partnership with the RUAF Foundation in the Netherlands.

Relevant Programs

Food Security : Electives (Select 3)
Urban Agriculture : Elective (select 3)