Explorations into landscape architecture
Course description
This course introduces landscape architecture as an academic subject and a professional field. Through analysis, exercises and projects, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the spatial, ecological and cultural dimensions of landscape.
Explorations into landscape architecture is an introductory course at advanced level that provides a broad overview of the theory, practice and working methods of landscape architecture. The course is designed to establish a common knowledge base for students from different educational backgrounds.
Through case studies, project work, lectures, workshops and field trips, the role of landscape architecture in social development, planning and design is explored. You will work on site-specific analyses and develop an understanding of landscapes at different scales, from local environments to larger territorial contexts.
Part of the course involves training in sketching and visual communication as tools for investigating spatial issues and formulating ideas. The course encourages reflection, critical thinking and independent learning, and equips you to plan your future studies in landscape architecture.
Entry Requirements
specific entry requirements: 90 credits in one of the following subjects:
• architecture
• landscape architecture
• landscape planning
• built environment
• design
• spatial planning
• geography
• landscape science
• environmental science
• civil engineering.
And
English 6 or equivalent.
Course facts
LK0432, Explorations into landscape architecture, 15.0 Hp
Print syllabus
Syllabus
Level
Second cycle (A1N)
Main field of study
Landscape Architecture
Grading Scale
Pass / Fail
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Course language
English
Entry Requirements
specific entry requirements: 90 credits in one of the following subjects:
• architecture
• landscape architecture
• landscape planning
• built environment
• design
• spatial planning
• geography
• landscape science
• environmental science
• civil engineering.
And
English 6 or equivalent.
Objectives
After completion of the course the students should be able to
- have a thorough understanding of landscape architecture both as an academic subject and as a professional field
- show a certain familiarity with the sketch as a tool to explore and test spatial characteristics and problems by giving shape to thoughts and ideas
- be able to make an individual study plan with a selection of courses suited to their present competence
Content
The course treats the aims, methods and practice of landscape architecture which are introduced theoretically and applied through practice in exercises and projects. These projects are set as specific case studies where the students over time will add knowledge and outcomes to a context in both place and space in different scales.
Landscape architecture is explored through a combination of case studies, projects, lectures, literature studies, workshops and excursions. Findings and insights are discussed in seminars.
The course focuses on the following general skills:
Critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, visual communication, ability to work autonomously.
The following sections are compulsory:
Compulsory exercises, seminars and field trips are marked in timetable.
Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
Approved participation in compulsory components, approved project work, approved course portfolio.
- If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
- The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
- If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
- For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management
Supplementary information
Included in program
- Landscape Architecture- Master's Programme
Module set
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 15.0 | 0201 |
The Course Replaces
LK0185, LK0369
Other Information
The course is aimed at students intending to study second-cycle courses in Landscape Architecture with first-cycle qualification in an adjacent field of study.
- The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
- If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.