General Information
This subject will focus on the business of architecture through the application of creative and speculative design methods to the development of an emergent model of architecture practice. The model will be informed by the synthesis of an architect’s role as public advocate, understanding of the architects act, the development of a set of ethical values and critical analysis of precedent research in the context of contemporary challenges and opportunities of technological disruption, climate change, risk, population displacement, staff resourcing and management, finance, health and safety and quality assurance. Values explored in the Architectural Design and Urban Thesis subject will provide a further line of inquiry and focus.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: ARCH71-124 Subject title: Design Practice Futures and Frameworks Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: January 2023 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Seminar: x12 (Total hours: 36) - Weekly seminar
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Personal study time
Attendance and learning activities: -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- Reinier de Graaf (2017). Four Walls and a Roof. n/a, Harvard University Press 513
- Robert Phillips (2019). Futurekind. n/a, London Thames & Hudson
- William M. Taylor, Michael P. Levine (2011). Prospects for an Ethics of Architecture. n/a, Taylor & Francis Ltd
iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | ARCH71-124 |
| Subject title: | Design Practice Futures and Frameworks |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | January 2023 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
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Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Understand the legislative structure of the profession including the Architects Act, registration and the responsibilities of an architect under this legislative and ethical structure.
- Demonstrate the different models of architectural practice, corporate structures and the applications of each.
- Understand good practice management including the resource, financial, client and risk management skills required to establish and run an architectural practice.
- Perform a critical analysis of current issues facing architectural practice locally, nationally and internationally and demonstrate an ability to critique the current status of the profession.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Written Report Comparative analysis of practice values 40% Week 6 1,2,4 Written Report§ Business plan for a future practice model 60% Week 12 1,2,3,4 - § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Written Report | Comparative analysis of practice values | 40% | Week 6 | 1,2,4 |
| Written Report§ | Business plan for a future practice model | 60% | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4 |
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A student who has not established a basis for an extension in compliance with University and Faculty policy either by 1) not applying before the assessment due date or 2) by having an application rejected due to failure to show a justifiable cause for an extension, will receive a penalty on assessment submitted after its due date. The penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment for every day late, with the first day counted after the required submission time has passed. No assessment will be accepted for consideration seven calendar days after the due date. Where a student has been granted an extension, the late penalty starts from the new due date and time set out in the extension.
Academic Integrity
The University’s Academic Integrity Policy defines plagiarism as the act of misrepresenting as one’s own original work: another’s ideas, interpretations, words, or creative works; and/or one’s own previous ideas, interpretations, words, or creative work without acknowledging that it was used previously (i.e., self-plagiarism). The University considers the act of plagiarising to be a breach of the Student Conduct Code and, therefore, subject to the Discipline Regulations which provide for a range of penalties including the reduction of marks or grades, fines and suspension from the University.
Bond University utilises Originality Reporting software to inform academic integrity.Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, as per the Assessment Policy.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
If you have a disability, illness, injury or health condition that impacts your capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks, it is important you let us know your special requirements, early in the semester. Students will need to make an application for support and submit it with recent, comprehensive documentation at an appointment with a Disability Officer. Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Office at the earliest possible time, to meet staff and learn about the services available to meet your specific needs. Please note that late notification or failure to disclose your disability can be to your disadvantage as the University cannot guarantee support under such circumstances.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Ethical Practice
Developing ethics and values to practice from; The Architect as an agent for change in the discipline, industry, and society; Legal and ethical practices in copyright and intellectual property requirements.
SLOs included
- Understand the legislative structure of the profession including the Architects Act, registration and the responsibilities of an architect under this legislative and ethical structure.
- Demonstrate the different models of architectural practice, corporate structures and the applications of each.
- Understand good practice management including the resource, financial, client and risk management skills required to establish and run an architectural practice.
- Perform a critical analysis of current issues facing architectural practice locally, nationally and internationally and demonstrate an ability to critique the current status of the profession.
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Practice Case Studies
Weekly investigations presented on different practice models, including Traditional Practice, Non-Traditional Practice, and Experimental Practice.
SLOs included
- Demonstrate the different models of architectural practice, corporate structures and the applications of each.
- Understand good practice management including the resource, financial, client and risk management skills required to establish and run an architectural practice.
- Perform a critical analysis of current issues facing architectural practice locally, nationally and internationally and demonstrate an ability to critique the current status of the profession.
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Organisational Structures and Systems
Organising the structure of a practice operationally; standards of practice; Employee engagement, leadership, employment conditions; workplace well-being and workforce diversity and inclusion.
SLOs included
- Understand the legislative structure of the profession including the Architects Act, registration and the responsibilities of an architect under this legislative and ethical structure.
- Demonstrate the different models of architectural practice, corporate structures and the applications of each.
- Understand good practice management including the resource, financial, client and risk management skills required to establish and run an architectural practice.
- Perform a critical analysis of current issues facing architectural practice locally, nationally and internationally and demonstrate an ability to critique the current status of the profession.
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Branding and Marketing
Strategies for representing a practice; Web and social media; networks; Marketing and positioning.
SLOs included
- Demonstrate the different models of architectural practice, corporate structures and the applications of each.
- Understand good practice management including the resource, financial, client and risk management skills required to establish and run an architectural practice.
- Perform a critical analysis of current issues facing architectural practice locally, nationally and internationally and demonstrate an ability to critique the current status of the profession.
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Financial and Risk Management
Organising practice financial structures to align with practice goals; Methods of mitigating risk; Insurance.
SLOs included
- Understand the legislative structure of the profession including the Architects Act, registration and the responsibilities of an architect under this legislative and ethical structure.
- Demonstrate the different models of architectural practice, corporate structures and the applications of each.
- Understand good practice management including the resource, financial, client and risk management skills required to establish and run an architectural practice.
- Perform a critical analysis of current issues facing architectural practice locally, nationally and internationally and demonstrate an ability to critique the current status of the profession.
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Fee Proposals and Invoicing
Methods and strategies for attracting work, writing proposals, fee structures, delivering proposals, and billing.
SLOs included
- Understand good practice management including the resource, financial, client and risk management skills required to establish and run an architectural practice.