Introduction
This course will be devoted to the investigation of the growth dynamics of cities, their economic, social and environmental problems and the ways to develop sustainable cities. Many daily life examples of Hong Kong and other cities in China and western countries will be used to illustrate various urban issues and problems. After equipping with the knowledge of various urban issues and problems, students are expected to apply their academic knowledge and skill to address real life needs in urban communities by designing and participating a service-learning project in the course and then further enhance students’ academic and service learning ability.