This course will introduce and evaluate the principles, philosophies and methodology for integrated urban conservation, and evaluate the legislative and policy framework to protect historical buildings and facilitate place-making.

The course will be delivered in 3 hourly blocks in semester 2, once per week, over 6 consecutive weeks.

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Assessment:

A 2,500 words (100%) project report on a specific aspect of conservation, heritage and planning exploring the translation of urban conservation concepts and ideologies into the practice of planning the built environment through the analysis and assessment of existing conversation policies and/or built form.

The course seeks to explore the conservation of historic buildings and places by integrating background knowledge of conservation practice and spatial planning policies with an understanding of architecture, and the financial and institutional frameworks underpinning the heritage value:

■ develop an understanding of the origins of urban conservation and its relevance today

■ evaluate the complex interaction of factors that impact urban conservation decisions

■ employ case studies to critically assess the outcomes of urban conservation decisions.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ understand the principles and philosophies of urban conservation, including its role within society, and the use of legislation and policy which conserves and enhances it

■ recognise and critically discuss how the historic environment has evolved, the public, private, voluntary and community sectors within which apply to it, and the complex interaction of these factors;

■ display in-depth knowledge of urban conservation research methodologies for characterising an area with reference to its historical development, physical fabric and socio-cultural functions

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.

Minimum requirement for award of credit for students on MSc City Planning is D3 or above.

University standard regulations apply for students on all other qualifications.