Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:
- demonstrate a clear knowledge of the nature-based solutions approach in urban design and planning;
- exhibit analytical skills in the social-ecological assessment of urban environments;
- demonstrate a clear capacity to deploy nature-based solutions in the urban design and planning of existing and new urban spaces.
Indicative Module Content:
Nature Based Solutions; Sustainable Design; Placemaking; Water Sensitive Design; Biodiversity Sensitive Design; Green Infrastructure; Ecosystems Services; Climate Responsive Design (mitigation and adaptation); Concept 'Pitching'; Report Construction; Visioning-Strategising-Implementing.