The module aims to develop an in-depth understanding of the fields of daylight, health and wellbeing in buildings and how design can enhance them. It also aims to develop expertise in assessment techniques and available digital/simulation tools for these fields.

(LO1) Students will be able to apply knowledge of building lighting design and related concepts.

(LO2) Students will be able to determine the impact of the built environment on health and wellbeing and how design can enhance them.

(LO3) Students will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation, guidance and targets in the fields of daylight, health and wellbeing in buildings.

(LO4) Students will be able to critically evaluate a design (at a building and urban scale) in terms of daylight, health and wellbeing performance.

(LO5) Students will be able to value the impact of daylight, health and wellbeing on environmental design, energy and sustainability.

(LO6) Students will be able to demonstrate expertise with relevant simulation software and their application on design.

(LO7) Students will be able to demonstrate the successful application of knowledge gained in lectures on a project.

(S1) Research skills.

(S2) Critical thinking and analysis.

(S3) Independent learning skills.

(S4) Written communication skills.

(S5) Oral communication skills.

(S6) Graphical communication skills.

Introduction to light and lighting
The role of lighting in people's health and wellbeing
Daylight design
Daylight metrics, guidance and environmental sustainability
Lighting assessments and digital simulation tools
Artificial lighting: Principles, technologies and digital simulation tools
Monitoring and simulation of lighting in buildings
Comfort, health and wellbeing in buildings: I, II, III (thermal environment, overheating, biophilic design, air quality, sleep, noise, productivity)
Site interventions for enhanced daylight, health and wellbeing
Sustainability, health and wellbeing: a critical appreciation of synergies and conflicts
Case studies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Lectures and presentations will be delivered by academic staff and guest speakers, who are experts in fields relevant to the module

Teaching Method 2 – Seminar/Webinar
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Seminars will be used to teach software to students and encourage student engagement at a more practical level with the theoretical aspects of the module

Teaching Method 3 - Tutorial
Description: Tutorials will aim to provide formative feedback to the students on their coursework and support them on the use of software
Attendance Recorded: No