This course explores the complexities of urban planning in rural China, focusing on the interplay between rapid urbanization, rural revitalization, and state-driven development policies. Over 15 hours, students will examine the historical evolution of rural-urban relationships, key planning strategies, and the socio-economic and environmental impacts of urbanization on rural communities. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks and case studies, the course provides a critical perspective on the challenges and opportunities of planning in China’s rural regions. Key Themes: 1. Historical Context and Policy Frameworks · Evolution of rural-urban relations in China · Hukou system and its impact on rural development · National policies shaping rural urbanization (e.g., “New Socialist Countryside,” “Rural Revitalization Strategy”) 2. Rural-Urban Transitions and Spatial Planning · Urbanization trends and their effects on rural landscapes · Land-use planning and rural land rights reform · Spatial restructuring: rural townships, urban villages, and peri-urbanisation 3. Infrastructure, Housing, and Sustainability · Rural infrastructure development and smart village initiatives · Affordable housing and relocation programs · Sustainable planning approaches for ecological conservation 4. Case Studies & Comparative Perspectives · Regional variations in rural urbanization (e.g., Eastern coastal vs. Western inland regions) · Lessons from global rural planning models (e.g., Japan, EU, Southeast Asia) Learning Outcomes: By the end of the course, students will be able to: · Critically analyse the policies and planning strategies shaping rural urbanization in China. · Evaluate the socio-economic and environmental consequences of urbanisation in rural areas. · Propose innovative, context-sensitive solutions for sustainable rural urbanisation. Assessment: · Class Participation: Engaging in discussions and case study analyses. · Case Study Presentation: In-depth analysis of a rural urbanisation case in China. Course Format: Lectures, case studies, and discussions

Guest Lecture LIU JIAN Tsinghua University Full Professor of Urban Planning and Design LIU Jian is Registered City Planner in China, Associate Dean and tenured full professor of Urban Planning & Design at Tsinghua University School of Architecture. She received her Bachelor degree in Architecture and Master and Doctor degrees in Urban Planning & Design from Tsinghua University. She is the Managing Chief-Editor of China City Planning Review, editorial board member of Urban Planning International, Urban Design and L'architettura delle città - The Journal of the Scientific Society Ludovico Quaroni. She was Fulbright Visiting Scholar at Graduate School of Design Harvard University of USA, visiting scholar at l’Oservatoir d’Architecture de la Chine Contemporaine of France, and visiting scholar at UBC Center for Human Settlements of Canada.

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P.D.1-1 - Novembre

Course Calendar: November 11th, 9:00 to 1:00 pm, Sala Vigliano - China goes urban November 12th, 9:00 to 1:00 pm, Sala Vigliano - China faces transformative November 13th, 9:00 to 1:00 pm, Sala Vigliano - China plans for urban November 14th, 10:00 to 1:00 pm, Sala Vigliano - China revitalizes rural