DVAG Board of Directors Contact:
Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka
University of Duisburg-Essen, Institute of Geography
Applied geography, that is implementing geographical findings into politics, economy and society, forms the third central pillar within the system of geography, apart from general and regional geography. Since the introduction of Bachelor and Master degree programs, its practical and planning oriented perspective has contributed substantially to the public perception and external presentation of the subject.
During the plenary session which opens with an introductory motivational speech, the acting chairman of the German Association of Applied Geography as well as academic and practical representatives working in applied geography will discuss the current significance of applied geography and necessary future emphases.
Coordination: Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka (University of Duisburg-Essen; DVAG) - Rudolf.Juchelka@uni-due.de
Moderation and motivational speech: Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka (University of Duisburg-Essen; DVAG)
The job market for geographers has been – not only since the introduction of Bachelor and Master programs – subject to numerous changes regarding content within universities and to qualification requirements on the part of the employers. Certain trends are responsible for cyclical deviations which on the other side are equalized by long-lasting basic qualifications. Thus, the new Bachelor- and Master programs also aim at an internationalization of study options and the subsequent occupational fields.
The German Association of Applied Geography wants to illuminate the interface between academics and vocational practice from the perspective of a trade association. During the panel discussion relevant current trends and findings of the geographical job market research will be presented and discussed
Coordination: Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka (University of Duisburg-Essen; DVAG) - Rudolf.Juchelka@uni-due.de
Moderation: Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka(Universität Duisburg-Essen; DVAG)
Mon., 27 Aug. 2012, 14-15.30h,
main building of the University of Cologne (room: „main 11“)
Programme
Introduction: Burghard Rauschelbach (DVAG)Particularly for students at the beginning of their study program as well as during their examination phase the picture of what comes after academics is often blurry and intransparent. However, it is especially important during this time to carefully plan an optimal later transfer from the university to the job and to set the respective course in order to achieve this.
In a deliberately open and free discussion and exchange atmosphere – all questions are welcome ! And with no preassigned structure – the German Association of Applied Geography would like to share its longtime experience by giving practical tips for entering into a career.
Coordination and Moderation: Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka (University of Duisburg-Essen; DVAG) - Rudolf.Juchelka@uni-due.de
During this half-day field trip, current examples for urban- and site development – from the perspective of design oriented geography – will be presented around Cologne and discussed during brief talks with representatives from administration, politics and economy.
Field trip sites (selection, to be specified and agreed upon):
Coordination: Regionalforum Köln im DVAG
Contact person: Stefan Hilger - stefanhilger@hilgermedia.de