Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit introduces the concepts of urbanism and urbanity, and the changing form and meaning of the city. Students examine key factors that have shaped urban form throughout history including the environment and our attitudes to it, transportation, technology, building practices, economics, politics, culture and the arts. By tracing the influence of these different factors, students are encouraged to speculate on the challenges of our swiftly changing world and the types of design responses required to meet them.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 1OnlineOnline timetabled
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) develop the skills to analyse cities with a particular focus on understanding how key themes have contributed to shaping our cities in different ways through the centuries; (2) speculate on the kinds of challenges these themes will impose on cities of the future; and (3) develop the skills to effectively communicate the influence of these changes through concise graphical reinterpretation.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) focus theme & city presentation and (2) city analysis essay (3000 words). Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Anthony Duckworth
Unit rules
Incompatibility
URBD8807 Evolution of the City
Contact hours
1 hour lecture and 2 hour tutorial per week
Note
This unit is taught by the Australian Urban Design Research Centre.
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.