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Architecture Landscape Architecture Planning, Geography & Environment A Guide to First Year 2017/2018 UCD College of Engineering and Architecture

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Architecture

Landscape Architecture

Planning, Geography & Environment

A Guide to First Year 2017/2018

UCD College of Engineering and Architecture

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REGISTRATION: Check out the ‘Welcome to UCD Booklet’ which can be found at www.ucd.ie/students/newstudents for more information about Online Registration, IT Services, UCD Mobile App and much more!

Welcome to UCD’s Programmes in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy. As a student of one of these programmes, you will be dealing with buildings and landscapes, rural and urban developments. These are complex, compelling human products which play a fundamental role in people’s lives. By bringing together the disciplines of architecture, environmental policy, landscape architecture and regional and urban planning the School provides a unique and interdisciplinary teaching and research environment.

Supported by the knowledge you will acquire through lectures, seminars and tutorials, you will be asked to propose meaningful and innovative solutions to set problems and situations. Each problem will involve new challenges and for every problem, there will be many possible solutions. In this process you will be learning by doing, becoming fluent in the invention and development of your proposal. It is this capacity for concerted, considered creative action that characterises our students.

I wish you the very best with your studies in UCD.

Daniel P. SudhershanAssociate Dean and Chair of the Architecture, Landscape, Planning and Environmental Policy Programme Board

ASSOCIATE DEAN'S WELCOME

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DN100 BSc (ARCHITECTURAL SCIENCE) DEGREEPROGRAMME INFORMATION

UCD Architecture is a two-part programme – the initial degree is a three-year Level 8 BSc (Architectural Science) Degree followed by a two-year Level 9 Master of Architecture Degree. Progression to the Master of Architecture Degree Programme is subject to entry requirements.

Stage OneThere are two main elements to the Architecture programme – project work (design, drawing and model making based in your studio) and lecture programmes (historical and theoretical material). Project work is taught in the architecture design studios through a combination of lectures, individual tuition, field trips, group tutorials, large reviews and exhibitions. Lecture-based modules are grouped under the broad headings of Technical (Architectural Technologies, Structures, Environmental Science), and Cultural (Architectural History and Theory, Ecology, Conservation).

Stage One Modules 2017/2018Semester One 2017/2018Module Code Module Title Credit

ARCT 10010 Architectural Design I 15

ARCT 10030 Architecture & its Environment

5

ARCT 10090 Perspectives on Architecture 5

ARCT 10120 Into Practice 5

Semester Two 2017/2018Module Code Module Title Credit

ARCT 10020 Architectural Design II 15

ARCT 10040 Introduction to Building Envelope

5

ARCT 10070 Survey Course I 5

ARCT 10150 The Engineering & Architecture of Structures

5

DN120 BSc (LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE) DEGREEPROGRAMME INFORMATION

UCD Landscape Architecture is a four-year Level 8 BSc (Landscape Architecture) Degree Programme.

Stage OneStage One of the Landscape Architecture programme is made up of a combination of landscape studio (design, drawing and model making based in your studio) and lecture programmes (theoretical material). Project work is taught in the Landscape studios through a combination of individual tuition, field trips, group tutorials, large reviews and exhibitions. Lecture-based modules are taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and laboratory offerings.

Stage One Module ChoicesIn the first semester of this year, you will study a fixed set of four core modules. In the Second Semester, you will study a fixed set of two modules and you will have to choose one Option module and one Elective module. The only other decisions you have to make are to choose suitable times for your laboratory and tutorial sessions.

Elective ModulesYou may choose elective modules from a wide range of modules offered across UCD programmes provided you meet any entry requirements, there is available space in the modules, and the modules fit your timetable. If you want to choose a module related to your degree programme, see the recommended “In-Programme Elective” in the table below.

Stage One Modules 2017/2018Semester One 2017/2018Module Code Module Title Credit

LARC 10050 Landscape Studio 1A 15

AESC 10010 Land Use & Environment 5

LARC 10120 Plants & Landscape Architecture

5

LARC 10110 Understanding Landscape 5

Semester Two 2017/2018Module Code Module Title Credit

LARC 10090 Landscape Studio 1B 15

LARC 10100 Understanding Landscape II 5

PEP 10030 History of Planning 5

BIOL 10030

ARCH 10050 Intro Archaeology of Ireland 5

Option Modules: Select one of the following modules

Cell & Plant Biology 5Suggested Stage One Elective Modules: The following “In-Programme Elective” are available in Semester Two. You Are Required to Select One Elective Module

PEP 10030

BIOL 10030

ARCH 10050

History of Planning

Cell & Plant Biology

Intro Archaeology of Ireland 5

5

5

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DN514 BA (PLANNING, GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT) DEGREE PROGRAMME INFORMATION

UCD Planning, Geography & Environment is a three-year Level 8 BA (Planning, Geography & Environment) Degree Programme.

Stage OneIn Stage One of the Planning, Geography & Environment programme you will be provided with a comprehensive introduction to each of the three subject areas of Geography, Spatial Planning & Environmental Policy. Your pre-registered Core Modules begin to develop your awareness of the physical layout and design of rural and urban areas, and provide insights into the geography of cities and the history of planning.

Stage One Module ChoicesCore Modules In the first and second semester of this year you will study a fixed set of eight core modules.

Option/Subject Stream ModulesYou are also required to select between two and four option/stream modules, the Semester that these modules are in will vary depending on your stream choices. You’ll find the full list of subject streams in your online module registration. If you select twenty option (stream) choices then you are not required to select any elective modules.

General Elective ModulesIf you have only selected two option/stream modules then you should choose two elective modules from a wide range of modules offered across UCD programmes provided you meet any entry requirements, there is available space in the modules, and the modules fit your timetable.

Stage One Modules 2017/2018Semester One 2017/2018 Semester Two 2017/2018Module Code Module Title Credit

5

5

5

5

GEOG 10080

PEP 10020

GEOG 10110

PEP 10040

Earth Systems

Intro to Spatial Planning

Geographical Perspectives: Soc&Env

Form & Space: T & C

Module Code Module Title Credit

GEOG 10100

IS 10030

PEP 10090

PEP 10030

People Places Regions

Environment Change & Policy

History of Planning

Information Design

5

5

5

5

Semester One & Semester Two 2017/2018

You are required to select a minimum of 10 Credits from the available Subject Streams. The semester that these modules are taken in will depend on the Module Stream(s) you have chosen.

You may select up to 10 General Elective Credits depending on the number of Option (Stream) Modules you have selected. The Semester that those Elective Modules are selected in will depend on the Option/Stream Modules that you have chosen - You should have 30 Credits in each Semester.Important: Please note that you are required to register to 60 Stage One credits in total. You should have 30 Credits in each Semester to balance your workload.

Option Modules:

Elective Modules:

CALCULATION OF HONOURS

The overall award to each graduate of an Honours Bachelors Degree Programme is calculated on the GPA (Grade Point Average). The degree GPA is calculated on all modules, including Elective modules, which the student completed and passed to satisfy the credit requirements of the particular method of honours calculation for their Programme.

The BSc (Architectural Science) Degree calculation of honours is based on the final Stage (Stage Three) of the Programme, where the grade points are weighted so that the final Stage modules contribute 100% to the degree GPA. A GPA of 2.8 is required to progress to the UCD MArch. The BSc (Landscape Architecture) Degree calculation of honours is based on the final (Stage Four) and penultimate (Stage Three) Stages of the Programme, where the grade points are weighted so that the penultimate and final Stage modules each contribute 50% to the degree GPA. The BA (Planning, Geography & Environment) Degree calculation of honours is based on the final (Stage Three) and penultimate (Stage Two) Stages of the Programme, where the grade points are weighted so that the penultimate and final Stage modules each contribute 50% to the degree GPA.

ERASMUS/NON-EU EXCHANGE

Erasmus/Non-EU Exchange opportunities are available during your studies in Architecture (Master of Architecture – Stage 1) and Landscape Architecture (Stage 3) and the majority of students take the opportunity to spend a Semester abroad. You’ll find further information on the following websites:

• UCD International – Exchanges: www.ucd.ie/international/going-abroad-with-ucd/exchanges/• School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy Erasmus/Non-EU Exchange

Information: www.ucd.ie/apep/study/international/erasmusnon-euexchange/

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Orientation Tuesday, 5 September 2017 – Friday, 8 September 2017 4 days

Teaching Term 1 Monday, 11 September 2017 – Friday, 1 December 2017 12 weeks

Revision Saturday, 2 December 2017 – Sunday, 10 December 2017 1 week

Exams Monday, 11 December 2016 – Friday, 22 December 2017 11 working days

Semester 2Teaching Term 2a Monday, 22 January 2018 – Friday, 9 March 2018 7 weeks

Fieldwork / Study Period

Monday, 12 March 2018 – Sunday, 25 March 2018 2 weeks

Teaching Term 2b Monday, 26 March 2018 – Friday, 27 April 2018 5 weeks

Revision Saturday, 28 April 2018 – Sunday 6 May 2018 1 week

Exams Tuesday, 8 May 2018 – Saturday, 19 May 2018 11 working days

EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCESExtenuating circumstances are serious unforeseen events beyond your control which prevent you from meeting the requirements of your programme e.g. illness, bereavement etc. Where your studies have been impacted by such circumstances, you can submit an application to have your situation taken into account. Applications are submitted online through your UCD Connect SISWeb Account and supporting evidence must be submitted directly to the Engineering & Architecture Programme Office. For further details please see: www.ucd.ie/governance/resources/policypage-extenuatingcircumstances/

PROGRESSION & CONTINUATIONProgression is what happens when a student completes an attempt at a Stage and moves to the next stage of their programme. Progression usually occurs at the end of an academic year but it may also occur after Semester One in certain situations, such as where a student has carried repeat modules. Where a student’s academic performance and rate of progression through their studies is poor, this will be flagged and a process to support the student will be implemented. In the event of failure to engage with this process, a determination will be made as to a student’s eligibility to continue with their studies. You will find details of the UCD College of Engineering & Architecture Continuation Procedure at the following link: www.ucd.ie/eacollege/study/currentundergraduatestudents/studentcontinuationprocedure/

ERASMUS/NON-EU EXCHANGEErasmus/Non-EU Exchange opportunities are available during your studies in Architecture (Master of Architecture – Stage 1) and Landscape Architecture (Stage 3) and the majority of students take the opportunity to spend aSemester abroad. You’ll find further information on the following websites:

ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2017/2018Semester 1

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• UCD International – Exchanges: www.ucd.ie/international/going-abroad-with-ucd/exchanges/• School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy Erasmus/Non-EU Exchange

Information: www.ucd.ie/apep/study/international/erasmusnon-euexchange/

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ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE PROGRAMME OFFICE WHAT DO WE DO? SUPPORTS FOR YOU!

The Engineering and Architecture Programme Office comprises a team of friendly, approachable administrative staff dedicated to supporting the degree programmes offered in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Planning, Geography & Environment.

Our aim is to provide you with first-rate assistance to enable you to get the very best out of your studies and enjoy life as a student in UCD. The office is open all year round and operates public hours: Monday to Thursday 9.30am – 5.00pm and Friday 9.30am – 4.30pm. We work closely with the Student Advisers, Academic Programme Co-ordinators, Mentors, Schools and your fellow students to offer you a one-stop shop for all your needs.

So, if you need assistance with online registration, examination queries, understanding academic regulations/policies, extenuating circumstances, your programme pathway or any other support you might require during your time here, we’ll try our best to help!

Important Staff Contacts

UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office Room 122, Engineering and Materials Science Centre

(01) 716 1868 [email protected]

ERIN O’MALLEY, Programme Manager – Architecture

(01) 716 1871 [email protected]

ÁINE AHERN, Programme Office Administrator (01) 716 1939 [email protected]

COLLEEN DOYLE, Student AdviserRoom 130A, Engineering & Materials Science Centre, Belfield

(01) 716 1875 / 086 382 [email protected]/colleenthestudentadviser

DANIEL SUDHERSHAN, Associate Dean of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy, BSc (Architectural Science) Programme Co-ordinator Top Floor, Architecture Building, Richview

(01) 716 [email protected]

MICHAEL HEURICH, BSC Landscape Architecture Programme Co-ordinator Room F24, Block B, Newstead Building, Richview

(01) 716 3245 [email protected]

APEP SCHOOL SHOP(01) 716 2750 [email protected]

Important Websites

Further information about the following topics can be found on the Engineering & Architecture Programme Office website www.ucd.ie/collegesandschools/engineeringarchitecture/ in the “Current Students” link:• Programme Information• Award of honours classification• General updates from Programme Office

Other Essential UCD Websites

New Student Websitewww.ucd.ie/students/newstudents

UCD Student Services Directorywww.ucd.ie/students/services.html

UCD Student Deskwww.ucd.ie/studentdesk

UCD Academic Regulationswww.ucd.ie/students/guide/academicregs.html

UCD Assessment www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment/

UCD Registrationwww.ucd.ie/students/registration.html

UCD Jargon Busterwww.ucd.ie/students/jargon.html

facebook.com/UCDEngArch

twitter.com/UCDEngArch

linkedin.com/in/UCDEngArch

MICHAEL LENNON, BA in Planning, Geography & Environment Programme Co-ordinator Room A1, Architecture Building, Richview

(01) 716 2756 [email protected]

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