Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | CONTEXT 2.1: URBAN STUDIES | ||
Code | ARCH221 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr F Chen Architecture Fei.Chen@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To promote an understanding of cities as complex ecological and cultural systems. To explain different morphological features of cities in relation to their unique socio-cultural political and economic contexts. To stimulate students' critical thinking on the roles architects, urban designers and planners play in the transformation process of cities. To allow students to learn basic urban design principles, philosophies and obtain skills appropriate to urban design practice. To make students be aware of current debates and measures on urban sustainability. This module complies with RIBA mapping criteria as described in the following document: http://www.liv.ac.uk/media/livacuk/architecture/downloads/ARB,Mapping,per,criterion.pdf |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) After this module, students will be able to: understand how cities emerged and the diverse socio-cultural, political and ecological factors that have shaped their histories – including the ways in which cities have been represented. |
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(LO2) Students will be familiar with key issues in urban design (including such issues as complexity of human – environmental relationships; history and theory of urban architecture; politics and material culture; heritage conservation and the diversity of meanings of ‘place’ and ‘public space’). |
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(LO3) Students will be informed on current debates about sustainable development and urban quality of life; and be able to apply their knowledge of these debates and other issues in the module to other aspects of their degree programme. |
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(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice. |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written. |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills). |
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(S4) Critical thinking and problem solving - Creative thinking. |
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(S5) Research skills - All Information skills. |
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(S6) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness. |
Syllabus |
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The lectures are divided into 3 themes. City design in History: an introduction of general urban history, using European, Middle Eastern, North African and Asian cities as case studies to illustrate how cities are shaped by various socio-cultural, economic, political and ecological factors; Urban design theories and practice: a general overview of urban design history, philosophy and theories, including modern and post-modern urbanism, various design approaches such as responsive environment and urban morphology; City design in the future: a brief introduction on current debate on city sustainability, globalisation, urbanisation and regeneration. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
24 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 126 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Computer-based multiple choice questions. This is not an anonymous assessment. 2 or 3 computer-based multiple choice tests will be arranged in teaching weeks. There is a resit opportunity. | 30 minutes | 30 | ||||
Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. | 1800 words | 70 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |