University of Palermo

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    Bachelor Programme in Town Planning and Urban Studies (Department of Architecture University of Palermo)
    (AESOP, 2019) Galland, Daniel; Pinho, Paulo; Chettiparamb, Angelique
    The Bachelor Programme in Town Planning and Urban Studies delivered at the University of Palermo brings together the following aspects of quality in planning education: — Academic curriculum: • A sufficiently broad range of appropriate disciplines that introduces and integrates disciplinary perspectives to prepare the student for an effective planning career. • A strong grounding in the spatial sciences encouraging the development of spatial skills and spatial sensibilities. — Teaching pedagogy: • The use of the ‘studio’ as a central pedagogical tool to encourage collective and experiential learning. • The use of an appropriate range of pedagogic techniques through workshops to complement and target specific learning needs beyond the studio. — Elements of distinctiveness: • A distinctive focus on cultural heritage and architectural history both as a subject in itself and as a perspective for studio1based learning. • A distinctive focus on the sociological aspects of planning to encourage socio1technical reflection and learning.
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    Master Programme in Urban, Regional and Environmental Planning (Department of Architecture University of Palermo)
    (AESOP, 2019) Galland, Daniel; Deffner, Alex; Pinho, Paulo
    The Master Programme in Urban, Regional and Environmental Planning delivered at the University of Palermo brings together the following aspects of quality in planning education: — Academic curriculum: • A comprehensive study programme in spatial planning that encompasses the urban, regional and environmental dimensions of planning education. • A high1level academic environment within the Department of Architecture allowing graduates to pursue careers in either practice or academia. — Teaching pedagogy: • A well1integrated planning programme with a strong interconnection between theoretical courses and planning studios. • An assortment of pedagogical approaches combining traditional teaching methods with interactive and cooperative learning, including project simulation, peer1learning, participatory practices involving local communities, and internships. — Elements of distinctiveness: • A unique spatial planning programme in Southern Italy, with a high degree of internationalisation. • A professionally1recognised planning programme allowing graduates to enrol to the Italian Association of Architects, Planners, Landscape Architects and Conservators after passing a state exam. • A distinctive focus in policy1making and management supplemented by urban design skills.