The Dynamic Landscape

Description

This unit is designed to further develop the landscape design skills and knowledge gained in the 1st semester. The module runs over 12 weeks and will be largely studio-based, but there will be field trips and visits. Based on one site students will work through all the stages of design development from site analysis through to final presentation. Precedent will be used to inform practice and students will undertake self-directed study to build knowledge of the theoretical basis of the design approach in such settings. Students will further develop their understanding of and use of landform manipulation, vegetation and other built structures to create a variety of space and experience. Studio exercises and seminars will be central to the learning process. Particular emphasis will be placed on the interaction with water and approaches to the 'water's edge' in the landscape. Graphic skills, freehand and technical, needed to convey ideas at both the design development and the presentation stage (essential to the landscape architect ) will be developed with further teaching in the area of digital design communication. Development of the knowledge of vegetation, particularly native trees, and its use and place in the landscape will take place through taught sessions, field study and individual research. Restrictions on availability: LSCU112, LSCU113, ARCU102 Teaching methods: Lectures, Seminars, Tutorials, Problem solving, Fieldwork, Independent Study Assessment: Classroom testing, Project/ portfolio Restrictions: LSCU112, LSCU113, ARCU102 Staff Contact: FELSTEAD AIMEE L Teaching Methods: Lectures, Seminars, Tutorials, Problem solving, Fieldwork, Independent Study Assessment: Classroom testing, Project/ portfolio Information on the department responsible for this unit (Architecture and Landscape): Teaching timetable | NOTE The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption. URLs used in these pages are subject to year-on-year change. For this reason we recommend that you do not bookmark these pages or set them as favourites. Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2026-27.