| Statuss(Aktīvs) | Izdruka | Arhīvs(0) | Studiju plāns Vecais plāns | Kursu katalogs | Vēsture |
| Course title | Sustainable Territorial Development [Study Project] |
| Course code | Ekon3146 |
| Credit points (ECTS) | 6 |
| Total Hours in Course | 162 |
| Independent study hours | 162 |
| Date of course confirmation | 22/02/2023 |
| Responsible Unit | Institute of Economics and Finance |
| Course developers | |
| Dr. oec., prof. Modrīte Pelše Dr. oec., asoc. prof. Kaspars Naglis-Liepa |
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| Prior knowledge | |
| Ekon2119, Regional Economics Ekon3142, Bioeconomics Ekon3143, Innovation for Sustainability Ekon3144, Sustainable Development and the Circular Economy VidZ3047, Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development |
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| Course abstract | |
| The aim of a study project is to contribute to the integration of knowledge acquired during theoretical courses in the field of sustainable regional development into practical research, assess the student’s ability to select data and compile information by using information technology, as well as draw independent conclusions and reasoned proposals. The study project consolidates theoretical knowledge of sustainable development of a territory to demonstrate a complex approach for assessing the elements of the regional economy. The study project deals with issues concerning sustainable use of resources, preservation of ecosystem services, socio-economic disparities and their causes and consequences, harmonization of sustainable territorial development interests and the institutional framework. The study project focuses on identifying the problems of sustainable regional development and examining opportunities for development by employing appropriate analysis methods and assessing potential policy measures. | |
| Learning outcomes and their assessment | |
| Students will be able to:
Knowledge: 1.demonstrate the knowledge of indicators of and research methods for sustainable territorial development – Study project, the presentation and defence of the study project Skills: 2.Define the research aim and specific tasks for a study project, the relevance of the research problem and select and apply the most proper research methods – Study project, the presentation and defence of the study project 3.Find information relevant to the study project and summarise, systemise and analyse it – Study project, the presentation and defence of the study project 4.Draw conclusions and come up with reasoned proposals – Study project, the presentation and defence of the study project 5.Independently work on a study project, using the information and assistance provided by an adviser, an expert or a specialist – Study project 6.Apply proper quantitative and qualitative research methods – Study project 7.Present and defend the research results in public and answer the questions asked by the examination commission – Presentation and defence of the study project Competence: 1.Comprehend and apply the acquired theoretical knowledge of sustainable regional development matters – Study project, the presentation and defence of the study project 2.Identify regularities in sustainable territorial development – Study project, the presentation and defence of the study project |
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| Course Content(Calendar) | |
| Full-time studies:
1. Choice of a topic, the justification therefor, the formulation of a researched problem 2. Determination of the aim and specific research tasks of the study project 3. Creation of the structure 4. Selection of research methods 5. Theoretical framework for the topic 6. Empirical examination of the topic 7. Development of conclusions and proposals 8. Creation a list of references 9. Inclusion of annexes 10. Design, layout and formatting as well as submission of the study project 11. Defence of the study project 12. Evaluation of the study project Part-time extramural studies: All the topics intended for full-time studies are covered, yet the number of contact hours is ½ of the specified number of hours. |
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| Requirements for awarding credit points | |
| The student must conduct a theoretical and practical study, write and submit a study project designed and formatted according to the LBTU ESAF Guidelines for Writing and Defending Study Projects – an instructional aid for students of the academic bachelor programme Economics delivered by the Faculty of Economics and Social Development. The study project is defended before a committee and the student is awarded a mark. | |
| Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work | |
| During the entire semester, the student must independently produce and submit a study project on a relevant topic related to sustainable use of resources, preservation of ecosystem services, socioeconomic disparities, the causes and consequences therefor, sustainable harmonization of territorial development interests and institutional provision. The length of the study project is 30-35 pages. The student must prepare a presentation to be presented to a committee of the institute, the duration of the presentation is 7-10 min. | |
| Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes | |
| The study project is evaluated on a 10-point marking scale, the lowest passing mark is 4 (almost average). The evaluation considers the content of the study project, compliance with the requirements of the Guidelines and the defence. The study project has been defended if the committee members have agreed on a passing mark for it. If a fail mark has been awarded, the study project must be improved and defended repeatedly within the time specified by the institute. | |
| Compulsory reading | |
| 1.Metodiskie norādījumi studiju projektu izstrādāšanai un aizstāvēšanai. [tiešsaiste] Mācību palīglīdzeklis LBTU Ekonomikas un sabiedrības attīstības fakultātes akadēmiskā bakalaura studiju programmas Ekonomika studentiem [skatīts 02.03.2023.]. 2018. Pieejams: http://www.esaf.llu.lv/sites/esaf/files/2018-02/STUD_PROJ_met_not.pdf
2. Klimats un ilgtspējīga attīstība. M.Kļaviņa, J.Zaļokšņa red. Rīga: LU akadēmiskais apgāds, 2016. 384 lpp. Pieejams: https://www.zalabriviba.lv/wp-content/uploads/Klimats-un-ilgtsp%C4%93j%C4%ABga-att%C4%ABst%C4%ABba.pdf 3.Ievads pētniecībā: stratēģijas, dizaini, metodes. K.Mārtinsone (sast.). Rīga: RAKA, 2011. 284 lpp. |
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| Further reading | |
| 1.Latvijas ilgtspējīgas attīstības stratēģija, Latvija – 2030. [tiešsaiste] [skatīts 02.03.2023.] Pieejams: https://www.pkc.gov.lv/sites/default/files/inline-files/Latvija_2030_6.pdf
2.Latvijas Nacionālais attīstības plāns 2021. – 2027. gadam. [tiešsaiste] [skatīts 02.03.2023.] Pieejams: https://www.pkc.gov.lv/sites/default/files/inline-files/NAP2027_apstiprin%C4%81ts%20Saeim%C4%81_1.pdf 3.Latvijas Nacionālais enerģētikas un klimata plāns 2021.-2030. gadam. [tiešsaiste] [skatīts 02.03.2023.] Pieejams: https://www.em.gov.lv/lv/nacionalais-energetikas-un-klimata-plans 4.LR likums “Reģionālās attīstības likums”. [tiešsaiste] [skatīts 02.03.2023.] Pieejams: https://likumi.lv/ta/id/61002-regionalas-attistibas-likums 5.LR likums “Teritorijas attīstības plānošanas likums”. [tiešsaiste] [skatīts 02.03.2023.] Pieejams: https://likumi.lv/ta/id/238807-teritorijas-attistibas-planosanas-likums 6.Kristapsone S. Zinātniskā pētniecība studiju procesā. Rīga: Biznesa augstskola Turība, 2008. 352 lpp. Ir LBTU FB 5 eks. 7.Reģionālās attīstības indikatoru modulis. [tiešsaiste] [skatīts 02.03.2023.] Pieejams: https://raim.gov.lv/lv/atr 8.VARAM Pētījumi un publikācijas. tiešsaiste] [skatīts 02.03.2023.] Pieejams: http://www.varam.gov.lv/lat/publ/publikacijas/reg_att/?doc=13889 |
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| Periodicals and other sources | |
| 1.Centrālā statistikas pārvalde. Pieejams: https://www.csp.gov.lv/lv
2.ES fondu aktivitātes un projekti. Pieejams: http://www.esfondi.lv 3.Klimata un enerģētikas ministrija. Pieejams: http://www.em.gov.lv 4.Kurzemes plānošanas reģions. Pieejams: http://www.kurzemesregions.lv 5.Latgales plānošanas reģions. Pieejams: http://www.latgale.lv 6.Latvijas Pašvaldību savienība. Pieejams: http://www.lps.lv 7.LR Ekonomikas ministrija. Pieejams: http://www.em.gov.lv 8.LR Ministru kabinets. Pieejams: http://www.mk.gov.lv 9.Rīgas plānošanas reģions. Pieejams: http://www.rpr.gov.lv 10.Valsts reģionālās attīstības aģentūra. Pieejams: http://www.vraa.gov.lv 11.Vides aizsardzības un reģionālās attīstības ministrija. Pieejams: http://www.varam.gov.lv 12.Vidzemes plānošanas reģions. Pieejams: http://www.vidzeme.lv 13.Zemgales plānošanas reģions. Pieejams: http://www.zemgale.lv |
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| Notes | |
| Restricted elective course (Part B) for the ESAF academic bachelor programme Economics, specialization Sustainable Economy and Territorial Development | |