Global Studio unit (KDA715)

Introduction

Studios in the Master of Architecture emphasise professionalism, critical and rigorous design thinking, knowledge of contemporary and emergent theories, technologies and practices, and the development of skills for a diversity of future careers in architecture. Global Studio: Indigenous knowledges explores practices of architecture in relation to human rights, social justice and community empowerment through projects situated in diverse social, cultural and ecological contexts. Projects target key areas of research opportunity, strength and connections to communities, particularly those that embed Indigenous knowledges. Through research and interrogation of complex socio-political contexts, you will develop a capacity for critical inquiry, challenging normative understandings of place and the discipline of architecture itself. A key focus of the studio is the design of processes rather than products, emphasising engagement of participants in the coproduction of architecture and the communication of outcomes to diverse audiences. Through studio-based participatory design approaches, you will gain skills in the development and procurement of supporting future practice in interdisciplinary and diverse community contexts.

Summary

Unit name	Global Studio
Unit code	KDA715
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Architecture and Design
Discipline	Architecture & Design
Coordinator	Doctor Jacqueline Power
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Empathise with a project situation by considering the physical, cultural, political, environmental and social conditions
• Develop design propositions at multiple scales that are responsive to locally situated interventions
• Develop a coherent design process that employs analytic, strategic, creative and/or collaborative practices
• Communicate design processes and resolution using targeted media, tools and techniques.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On Campus: 1 x 50-minute lectorial weekly  On Campus: 1 x 3-hour workshop weekly
Assessment	Seminar (25%)|Project (35%)|Project (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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