Landscape Analysis, Planning and Design
Architecture
A course by
Lincoln University
Examine the techniques of landscape analysis and design, together with the statutory and policy contexts of site design.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University Campus, Christchurch
Core skills this course teaches
Differentiate between biophysical, economic, social and cultural characteristics
Ability to analyze and distinguish various landscape characteristics affecting site design.
Identify landscape characteristics that inform a site-appropriate landscape design response
Capability to recognize key landscape features to guide appropriate design solutions.
Illustrate your analytical and site design ideas
Skill in visually communicating landscape analyses and design proposals.
What You're Signing Up For
This course examines techniques of landscape analysis and design, considering biophysical, economic, social, and cultural characteristics and their influence on site-appropriate design responses. It explores statutory and policy frameworks and embedding Māori and indigenous concepts into design proposals. Students will develop skills to analyze landscapes and create design responses that reflect community values.
Course Content
- Techniques of landscape analysis
- Techniques of landscape design
- Statutory and policy contexts of site design
- Differentiation between biophysical, economic, social and cultural landscape characteristics
- Identification of landscape characteristics for site-appropriate design
- Illustration of analytical and site design ideas
- Exploration and identification of design responses reflecting community values
- Application of Māori and indigenous concepts in design proposals
What you need to know first
Restriction: Landscape Analysis and Design, LASC-214
Academic Program is B.Landscape Architecture, 4401
Academic Program is B.Landscape Architecture, 4404
Academic Program is B.Landscape Architecture(Grad), 5400
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Landscape Architecture
Environmental Planning
Urban Design
Future employment opportunities might be
Landscape Architect
Urban and Regional Planner
Environmental Consultant