Lectures

Guest speakers
Various Guest speakers

Title
Lectures

Context
The scale of the detail, the building, the city and the landscape

Credits
2 ECTS points

Participation
Group work

Educational philosophy
The department organises various lectures, both within and outside of design tasks. During the lectures, which are independent of the assignment requirements, the position of the spatial designer is addressed in relation to associated fields and disciplines. Using practical examples, various aspects of the profession are discussed such as operating in a complex field, the business side of small business, the strategic vision for the long-term and the large-scale. Concrete issues are considered within the cultural, political, legal, historical or social context.
The students must compile a report of the visited lectures and herein reflect on the content and make it clear what they have learnt from this. In addition, the tutors encourage the students to attend a variety of other lectures in the field of spatial design and related subjects at other institutions and organisations.

Expressing personal opinions and views on the subject; increasing the knowledge and understanding of the complex field; develop awareness of the professional issues; researching and analysing of the various parties in the field; learn about operating as an independent designer; practice communication skills.

Methodology
Active participation in course discussions and topical debate by visiting lectures. Reflecting on your position as a spatial designer and report on this.
Participation in the lectures is mandatory.