Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Master the tools, techniques and urban and regional engineering of observation, investigation, analysis, forecasting, representation, negotiation and communication
• Integrate the principles of equality and social justice, through a participatory approach to urban planning, in order to promote the involvement of different communities and to assess the importance and effectiveness of community involvement in the planning process.
• Design and mobilise tools and mechanisms for the creation of cities and the transformation of territories in response to the issues and desired directions, sensitive to the challenges of social, economic and ecological transition
• Demonstrate, within urban and regional projects, how the efficient and equitable management of resources, economic redevelopment and social innovation are closely linked to transitional urban planning
• Draw up a critical and personal analysis of theories and practices, while demonstrating ability and the development of personal skills to enter the professional world and the debate on the future of cities and regions
• Explain, through critical analysis, the political and methodological nature of sustainable urbanism and reflect on how planners work effectively within democratic decision-making structures
• Evaluate the principles and processes of participatory design to create high quality places and enhance the public realm for the benefit of all in society

Learning Outcomes of UE

The urban planning debates – critical text reading course will help students develop their reflexive and critical thinking skills in relation to contemporary urban planning debates in both the scientific field and current affairs.

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

The course will seek to connect contemporary debates in the fields of urban planning, mobility, and ecology with perspectives developed in scientific literature. Each seminar will focus on a specific issue and site. An expert on the topic will be invited to present it as an introduction to the seminar. Students will be asked to read relevant scientific texts beforehand and produce a summary linking these readings to the theme and site presented by the speaker.

Prior Experience

Not applicable