Please note this module descriptor is indicative of the structure of this course and may be subject to change.
The module provides an introduction to Professional Practice within the context of a professionally accredited Course in Landscape Architecture. As well as covering Contract Law and Professional procedures, the module examines ethical and employment issues in a professional context.
It is a requirement of accredited courses that they teach a sound understanding of the essential principles, processes and legislation through which Landscape Architects practice. This module covers these areas to a level commensurate with LI Licentiate membership. As students become practitioners, they must be both professionally and technically competent, but also be able to understand, evaluate and revise their practices in the light of critical approaches and practical research.
The module focuses on the following main areas:
A student passing this module should be able to:
A course map contains a list of the individual study units, called modules, that you study to complete your course. Some modules are compulsory, but you can sometimes choose modules outside your core area of study which interest you.
A module is a self-contained, individual unit of study. The module descriptor provides various details about the module including who the module tutor is, what you will be studying, how you will be assessed and what you will have learned once you have completed the module.
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