Symposium of the German Association of Applied Geography

DVAG Board of Directors Contact:
Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka
University of Duisburg-Essen, Institute of Geography

Plenary Session

Applied Geography in the 21st Century: Practice Relevancy of Geography in Politics, Economy and Society

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)

Plenary Session

Geographers and their Job Markets – International Career Perspectives for Bachelor- und Master-Students

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)

Subject Meeting:

Geographic, practical, better:

Requirements of International Cooperation

Workshop discussion of the German Association for Applied Geography (DVAG)

Mon., 27 Aug. 2012, 14-15.30h,
main building of the University of Cologne (room: „main 11“)

The workshop discussion gives an insight in the practice of project work and advisory services in international cooperation. Well known experts with international experience in the tourism sector and regional economic development present examples on project and policy level, and show how international cooperation works. An experts’ panel will discuss the market requirements for international advisory services in fields, which can be allocated to applied geography.

Programme

Introduction: Burghard Rauschelbach (DVAG)

Manuel Junck, Programme Tourism and Sustainable Development, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH (German International Cooperation), Eschborn: Across border! The role of development cooperation in transboundary planning, using examples from programmes in East-Europe and Africa“

Thomas Frommhold, project leader and advisor , mas|contour, Berlin: Proving effectiveness! Measuring tourism-induced cash flows, using the example of a project for the reduction of regional disparities in Montenegro

Stefan Hörmann, Senior Programme Manager, Business and Biodiversity, Global Nature Fund, Bonn: Responsible! Corporate responsibility as an instrument for the conservation of biodiversity

Birgit Steck, managing director, Institute for Tourism and Development, Seefeld: Promoting awareness! International tourism for a sustainable and socially responsible development

Panel and plenary discussion: requirements of geographical knowledge and know-how for international tasks

Coordination and moderation: Burghard Rauschelbach (DVAG)

The session will be in German; discussion contributions in English are welcome.

DVAG-Job Market Presentation

„From Study to Job“ – Practical Tips from DVAG for Geographers entering a Career

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

DVAG-Exercise-Field Trip: Monday 27.08.2010 – 16:00 h

Cologne – Applied Geography „On Site“

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):

Previous Cologne-Deutz exhibition halls as media site location
Waterfront-Development within city port
Business site developments near the airport

Coordination: Regionalforum Köln im DVAG
Contact person: Stefan Hilger - stefanhilger@hilgermedia.de