Perspectives on Regeneration
This module introduces students to a range of different perspectives on community regeneration, defined broadly to cover urban, rural and small-scale neighbourhood communities. Each of these perspectives has its merits, its supporters and its detractors and students are encouraged to critically examine the scope and limits of each one. The module begins by surveying different conceptions of what we actually mean by ‘development’. Thereafter it explores the development of area-based regeneration policy and the multi-level governance context in which policy and practice operate. It offers an overview of the leading approaches to regeneration, including the community-based social economy approach; the potential of public procurement; the development of sustainable places; and health and well-being initiatives. The module also provides international comparative perspectives.