Course - Urban Design Theory - AAR4905
Urban Design Theory
About
About the course
Course content
Recent planning history and urban design theories - partly starting with areas of knowledge outside the profession of architecture where the ethical implications of urban design theories are focused. It is recommended to take this course together with Urban Design II.
Learning outcome
Communicate understanding of theoretical frameworks for today's urban planning.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, reading material and seminars. A few guest lecturers.
The grade is given on the basis of three short essays with background i the course literature.
Lessons will be given in English if some international students follow the course.
Required previous knowledge
Completed three years basic courses in architecture, bachelor in architecture or equivalent. The student should have completed the basic course Arkitektur 5, Town and City planning and ATH b or equivalent. Building engineer students who want to take the course should have completed the course Local physical planning or equivalent. Registration deadline: 1. december.
Course materials
A book/articals chosen from a list, compendiums.
Subject areas
- Architecture
- Architecture- and Design History
- Architectural Theory
- Town and Regional Planning
- Urban Design and Planning
- Architectural Design