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Item Open Access Bachelor Programme in Town Planning and Urban Studies (Department of Architecture University of Palermo)(AESOP, 2019) Galland, Daniel; Pinho, Paulo; Chettiparamb, AngeliqueThe 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.Item Open Access Master Programme in Urban, Regional and Environmental Planning (Department of Architecture University of Palermo)(AESOP, 2019) Galland, Daniel; Deffner, Alex; Pinho, PauloThe 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.