Spatial Literacy

Overview

The module will be examined by a final assignment and continuous assessment, which will run simultaneously with the studio course, workshops and computer classes. The continuous assessment coursework will be distributed throughout the 12 weeks and will also be available on the Virtual Learning Environment.

Learning Objectives

On the successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

- debate the theoretical, practical ethical issues at the forefront of urban planning;
- understand and evaluate the social, economic, environmental and political contexts for city
planning;
- recognise the role of spatial literacy in making sustainable, equitable places;
- analyse and use spatial skills from multidisciplinary specialisms to demonstrate relationships within diverse spatial contexts;
- recognise and cultivate core spatial analysis skills in planning policy and research;
- recognise the importance of interdisciplinary working between planners and designers as part of the design, implementation and management of successful places.

Skills

Students will develop the following generic and professional skills:

- utilise basic skills in computer based mapping and spatial literacy using relevant software (e.g. Adobe, Suite, ArcGIS);
- team-working and collaboration;
- oral and written (e.g. report writing) presentational skills; and
- spatial literacy and visual appreciation.

Assessment

Students must pass all assignments.