Examination arrangement

Course content

The course will give knowledge in developing sustainable conceptual urban design proposals as well as urban planning strategies. Methods for various analysis of urban settings and landscapes are a part of the course. In addition there will be a focus on the formal Norwegian planning process. Space, form/ typologies and functions as well as representation techniques are of importance.

Learning outcome

Knowledge: The course gives the students general knowledge of a cities parts and functions. Give basic knowledge about landscape; build environment, and urban reality. Emphasize on urban design qualities and use of typologies and show how these can be a part of an overall master plan Ability: Basic knowledge and ability in urban design and physical planning tools. General competence: the course gives students a general competence in understanding the fast changing reality (physical and economic)in cities and urban spaces.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, literature, workshops, teaching, group work, single work.
Exercises and exam must be passed to pass the whole subject.

Compulsory assignments

• Exercises

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

The students must successfully have ended Architecture 1,2,3 and 4 or similar

Course materials

Compendium, texts, lecture notes;