Studio - Urban Open Spaces

Additional course evaluations for LK0160

LK0160 Studio - Urban Open Spaces, 15.0 Credits

Studio - staden

Syllabus approved

2021-12-16

Subjects

Landscape Architecture

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, at least 60 credits from first-cycle courses as entry requirements(G2F)

Grading scale

Language

Swedish

Prior knowledge

Knowledge equivalent to 60 credits landscape architecture and/or landscape planning including knowledge of history of urban design and urban planning.

Objectives

In this course you will get acquainted with different methods for describing and analyzing a district, its history and its future.

After completing the course, the student should be able to:
- with guidance, design a structural proposal for the green / blue infrastructure, public places or similar for a district;
- choose the appropriate analysis method and carry out and analyze an urban environment with regard to structure, function and experience;
- critically examine the municipality’s plans and guidelines regarding the future development of the exercise area;
- report the intended development of a structure over time;
- analyze the proposal on the basis of aesthetic, social and ecological aspects;
- orally and visually present their proposal so that the problem and concept are clearly stated;
- reflect on consequences for people and the environment.

Content

The course aims to familiarize students with different methods for describing and analyzing a district, its history and its future.

The assignment begins with the students conducting a case study that aims to understand the landscape and the district’s context, its history, its physical, social and ecological conditions. The module trains, among other things, document analysis, field inventory methodology. Students will work in project groups.

The case study is used as a basis for, with the help of scenario technology, developing various future development opportunities for the district. The next part of the exercise is performed in small groups. Students’ work with design and the development of different visions is stimulated through sketching exercises and inspirational lectures. Supervision in the studio is an important support in the individual’s own development. Great emphasis is placed on training the student’s ability to combine many different interests and aspects into a whole.

Methods to shed light on the consequences of the various descriptions of the future for the environment and people are discussed and tested.

The student must orally account for the development of the sketch process, which choices the student has made and which sources of inspiration have influenced the result. Attention is also paid to the sketch as a way of communicating.

The vision of the future and its consequences is reported so that the basic idea is clear from the chosen presentation technique and layout. The course includes teaching and training in using digital presentation techniques.

Formats and requirements for examination

Passed exercises and participation in mandatory parts.

• If the student fails a test, the examiner may give the student a supplementary assignment, provided this is possible and there is reason to do so.
• If the student has been granted special educational support because of a disability, the examiner has the right to offer the student an adapted test, or provide an alternative assessment.
• If changes are made to this course syllabus, or if the course is closed, SLU shall decide on transitional rules for examination of students admitted under this syllabus but who have not yet passed the course.
• For the examination of a degree project (independent project), the examiner may also allow the student to add supplemental information after the deadline. For more information on this, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor's and Master's level.

Other information

• The right to take part in teaching and/or supervision only applies to the course date to which the student has been admitted and registered on.
• If there are special reasons, the student may take part in course components that require compulsory attendance at a later date. For more information on this, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor's and Master's level.

Additional information

The course gives 15 credits of skill training.

Responsible department

Department of Urban and Rural Development

Further information

There are no Grading criteria posted for this course