GSEGP1: Application of GIS in population research Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: GSEGP1: Application of GIS in population research
Module code: W2-GF-S2-405
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module introduces students to the basic GIS techniques used in population geography. This topic includes: obtaining population data (due to diverse sources), adapting data for processing in GIS software (editing, geocoding), presenting data using GIS methods (cartograph, cartogram, dot maps, isolines and others), and spatial analyses (population density for a given basic unit - square grid, hexagons, population density profiles, buffering, spatial differences in age and gender structure, education, wealth, origin of the population, population dynamics)
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Has knowledge of empirical data used in geographical and related sciences, including statistics, GIS, forecasting natural and socio-economic processes, and knows the principles of planning geographical research, data acquisition and tools for their description [W2-GF-S2-405 _1]
 KGG2_W02 [4/5]
demonstrates the ability to critically analyze and select information from various sources and correctly interprets and explains natural, social and economic phenomena, as well as the mutual relations between them. Has the ability to practically use the acquired knowledge in various areas and forms [W2-GF-S2-405 _2]
 KGG2_U02 [3/5]
is able to obtain and interpret empirical data and formulate appropriate conclusions based on them. Based on data from various sources and theoretical knowledge, is able to describe, analyze and interpret the causes and course of natural and social processes and phenomena and is able to formulate his/her own critical opinions and independently propose solutions using the appropriate research method [W2-GF-S2-405 _3]
 KGG2_U03 [4/5]
the student updates and deepens his/her knowledge of natural sciences and socio-economics; understands the need to familiarize himself/herself with the current state of research in the field of geography and is able to independently supplement his/her knowledge with an interdisciplinary dimension [W2-GF-S2-405 _4]
 KGG2_K01 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-405 _fs_1] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03]  		course work W2-GF-S2-405 _1 W2-GF-S2-405 _2 W2-GF-S2-405 _3 W2-GF-S2-405 _4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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