This module introduces the student to the 'design project' and how to interpret and analyse a brief. The project will investigate spatial concepts, and will examine various types of spatial enclose, scale and function.
Total Contact Hours: 43
Private Study Hours: 107
Total Study Hours: 150
Main assessment methods
Design Project (100%)
Reassessment methods
Like for like.
Indicative Reading List
Ching, Francis. (1999). Form Space and Order. London: Wiley
Farrelly, Lorraine. (2007). The Fundamentals of Architecture. Lausanne: AVA
Khan, Lloyd (ed.). (2000). Shelter. Shelter publications
Unwin, Simon. (2004). Analysing Architecture. Abingdon: Routledge
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to demonstrate:
1 A foundational knowledge of the relationship between buildings and people and the needs and aspirations of building users
2 A foundational knowledge of the impact of buildings on the environment
3 An awareness of the potential of design
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to demonstrate:
1 An ability to generate modest proposals using understanding of a body of knowledge
2 An ability to apply a modest range of communication methods and media to present design proposals clearly and effectively
3 An awareness of the need to take the initiative in work at university
4 The ability to organise time effectively
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