TRP132 Planning Project

Aims/Description: The aim of this module is to help you develop an understanding of what a planning problem looks like, and how to understand planning dilemmas in a real-life project context. The module will develop your skills of analysis for urban places and you will gain a basic knowledge of planning tools to address urban issues. You will also develop basic design and drawing skills.

Restrictions on availability: Restricted to USP students only.

Staff Contact: Dr Lee Crookes

Teaching Methods: Lectures, Fieldwork, Independent Study

Assessment: Course work, Group Project, Presentation

WebCT resources are available for this module

Notes: Must be taken for accredition by Royal Town Planning Institute.

Information on the department responsible for this unit (Urban Studies and Planning):

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Teaching timetable

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