Population Geography Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S1GF19.2024

Module name: Population Geography
Module code: W2-GF-S1-201
Programme code: W2-S1GF19.2024
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the course is to learn about the complexity of the population problems of the contemporary world and Poland. The student understands the key concepts of population geography, is able to discuss the diversity of population distribution, dynamics and structures as well as their determinants. Is able to identify the regularities of spatial distribution of the population depending on the conditions of the geographical environment, indicate the causes and consequences of demographic transformation, the role of natural movement and migration in shaping population changes, the diversity of population structures. Correctly selects the optimal methods of obtaining, analyzing and presenting geographical data and edits statistical maps.
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]
he critically evaluates his knowledge, is ready to constantly supplement and improve the acquired knowledge and skills in the field of population geography [K01]
 K01 [2/5]
the student can independently formulate and solve geographical problems: identify, analyze and interpret population phenomena. Can properly analyze the causes and course of specific population phenomena and processes against the background of socio-economic conditions; shows skills in the correct formulation of regularities in various spatial ranges (region, Poland, world). Can correctly indicate the consequences (social, political and economic) of phenomena and population processes Knows the possibilities of using knowledge in socio-economic life [U01]
 W01 [1/5] U01 [4/5] U04 [4/5]
the student knows the methods and ways of obtaining data on population distribution, components of population changes and population structures in order to analyze specific population processes and phenomena. He is able to carry out a critical analysis and evaluation of the information obtained. He can properly select and apply methods and tools, including statistical, cartographic and graphical methods, advanced information and communication techniques [U02]
 W02 [2/5] U02 [2/5] U03 [4/5] K01 [2/5]
has the ability to prepare typical written works, documented studies on specific issues in the field of population geography [U03]
 W01 [1/5] U04 [1/5] U07 [4/5]
knows and understands the spatial regularities of population phenomena, the trends of their changes over time, various types of population structures and the causes, course and consequences of demographic processes. He understands theories explaining the basic knowledge of the geography of the population [W01]
 W01 [3/5] W03 [4/5] U05 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S1-201_fs_1] 20 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam K01 U03 W01
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S1-201_fs_2] 20 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work K01 U01 U02 U03 W01
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
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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