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Unit name Professional Studies
Unit code KDA717
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Sciences and Engineering
School of Architecture and Design
Discipline Architecture & Design
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Availability

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Learning Outcomes

ILO 1: Assess the impact of different procurement processes on architectural projects.

ILO 2: Evaluate different models of architectural practice and the role of relevant specialists and consultants within the building industry.

ILO 3: Discuss the ethical, legal and regulatory obligations and requirements of architectural practice including professional services, practice management and registration as an architect.

ILO 4: Speculate on the future of local and global architectural practice through critical interrogation of relevant literature and case studies.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Weekly workshop - 2-hours and weekly lecture - 1-hour

Assessment

AT1 Practice contexts: Report (30%)

AT2 Professional contexts: Seminar + online discussion (40%)

AT3 Future practice: Essay (30%)

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