University of Technology Sydney

86160 Environments Gender/Place/Drawing

6cp
Requisite(s): 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10271 Bachelor of Design Interior Architecture OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10272 Bachelor of Design Interior Architecture Bachelor of International Studies OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10322 Bachelor of Design Interior Architecture Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation OR 72 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10004 Bachelor of Design Architecture OR 72 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10325 Bachelor of Design Architecture Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation OR 72 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10413 Bachelor of Design Architecture Master of Architecture OR 48 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09079 Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours)
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate

Description

This elective considers the intersection between drawing, spatial activism and gendered notions of space in relation to the city. It aims to develop a suite of tools and perspectives with which to renegotiate places to live, work and create change. This elective considers space for uncomfortable ideas in comfortable settings.

The course is conducted in three modes: research, rework and redefine, using drawing as a medium. Research focuses on observing and documenting how the city is used, and by whom. Rework mode uses the act of overdrawing to make amendments, to shift and reframe existing inequalities in the built environment, operating at the scale of the city, the streetscape and the room. Redefine mode presents inclusive, safe, and respectful alternatives.

Students engage in a series of drawing tasks, to develop a collection of works that demonstrate gender-awareness, interaction between users in built environments, atmospheric and intangible spatial qualities. This elective prepares students for critiquing and making changes in the way built environments are perceived and used. A talent for drawing, reading, writing or speaking is not required here. All genders are welcome. The only prerequisite is a desire for equality and respect for difference.

Typical availability

Autumn session, City campus
Spring session, City campus


Detailed subject description.

Access conditions

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