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Examines the theory and practice of how the built environment is designed and constructed when the architect is operating in a foreign field. Utilising problem-based learning and case studies, the student will assume the role of the alien designer who curates context and thus encounters: the vernacular, regionalism, internationalism and indigeneity.

Explores the selection and integration of appropriate materials, components and systems in relation to the different contexts, scales and stages of the design, documentation, procurement and construction of projects, in alignment with the National Standard of Competency for Architects.

Examines resilience in the built environment, from reviewing the literature on resilience to analysing case studies and developing strategies to enhance resilience in architecture.

Examines how responsive skins can be used to improve building performances. Explores the development of building technologies in the Asian and Oceania regions of the Pacific Rim.

Examines heritage conservation legislation, policy, guidelines and processes. Includes international context as well as New Zealand laws and processes.

Examines the assessment of cultural heritage value and the use and preparation of conservation plans to guide heritage conservation work. Coursework comprises the researching and writing of a conservation plan.

Examines the theory and practice of conserving materials commonly found in heritage buildings and artefacts, including stone, brick, timber, concrete and steel.

Examines the investigation of existing building fabric, diagnosis of issues impacting upon the state of repair or the level of comfort, and the adaptation of heritage buildings, including strengthening, energy upgrading, reuse and the design of additions and alterations.

The language of urban design, urban analysis, urban history, contemporary theory, international and local practice, allied disciplines, cities in the developing world and pacific urbanism.

Urban morphology, site analyses and an exploration of a contemporary urban design issue.

An urban design project involving in-depth specialised research on the implications for urban design at the strategic scale.

An advanced urban design project involving highly specialised research related to the analysis and design of the built environment.

Individual research project in an aspect of urban design theory or practice.

Individual research project in an aspect of urban design theory or practice.

An introduction to the city, urban planning and sustainability. Professional roles, practices and values. An introduction to and application of critical quantitative and qualitative research skills and methods for urban planning.

A critical understanding of the concepts and principles of relevant urban planning legislation and decision-making.

A fundamental understanding of ecological issues and their implications for urban planning.

A critical analysis of the urban social issues and relevant urban planning responses.

A critical understanding of the essential physical urban infrastructure and research methods skills for urban planning.

Māori attitudes, values and aspirations in urban planning with an understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi. Indigenous development issues.

Principles of urban economics. Economic development, urban planning strategies. Asset management and property development.

The principles and concepts of urban design and their application in urban planning practice.

A comparative exploration of urban planning theories and ethics.

Research into critical and contemporary urban planning issues.