ten Have, M (2024) Studentification: The Effects on the Perceived Identity of the Neighbourhood Korrewegwijk, Groningen. Bachelor thesis.
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Abstract
In the urban development of many university cities worldwide, the term studentification has emerged, including Groningen. It is the process where student residential occupations are becoming dominant in specific neighbourhoods. The main aim of this study is to determine whether studentification has a significant effect on the perceived identity of the neighbourhood Korrewegwijk in Groningen. It investigates the changes in Korrewegwijk that come with studentification and the associated effects it has on the identity of the neighbourhood. The main research question is: To what extent has studentification in Korrewegwijk changed the perceived identity and associated characteristics of the neighbourhood? The results were collected through a survey and the findings were analysed in Atlas.ti. These were supported by the findings found in similar studies of the neighbourhoods in the UK and South Africa. Similarities were observed between the case study of Korrewegwijk and the neighbourhoods in the UK and South Africa, particularly in the negative physical impacts such as vehicle clutter, noise nuisance and building maintenance issues. In terms of social impact, a significant proportion of respondents expressed a perception of community decay attributed to studentification. This was reinforced by observations of a changing neighbourhood composition within Korrewegwijk as permanent residents moved out and students replaced them. Opinions on the overall effect of studentification in Korrewegwijk were divided, with a significant number of respondents experiencing negative impacts on their living enjoyment due to the presence of students. However, the majority viewed the presence of students as a positive influence, attributing vibrancy to the neighbourhood. It would be of interest to gain a more detailed understanding of various focus groups’ opinions on how studentification affects the neighbourhood. Furthermore, future research might explore how studentification impacts local businesses and jobs.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Degree programme: | Spatial Planning and Design |
| Supervisor: | Theron, C. |
| Date Deposited: | 15 Jul 2024 09:58 |
| Last Modified: | 15 Jul 2024 09:58 |
| URI: | https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4599 |
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