Future Cities 

The future is challenging the way we build our cities. In this module you will work in interdisciplinary teams on an integral design research for a city district in 2050. You research and design future solutions that enhance the quality of life, cut cities’ carbon emissions and build resilience to extreme weather. You research critical infrastructure services like mobility, energy, food, water and waste and its impact on the urban structure and public space.

​​​​​​​Guest speakers from the industry of smart mobility, alternative energy, waste flows, water management, smart cities, etcetera will share their knowledge and experience to support you in your project work. You will visit and investigate interesting projects on field trips in the Netherlands and abroad.

In this module you will work in an inspiring and challenging international environment. You will develop your skills in cross-cultural communication and teamwork through the course Intercultural Awareness.

Watermanagement

Do you wonder how climate change, land use and SDGs influence water management? In this minor you will get a deeper understanding of water-related issues and their physics. You will work on possible solutions with external clients and experts. Topics include drought and flood management, nature-based solutions, and advanced hydrological modelling. Through hands-on assignments, you will learn to integrate theory and practice, gaining skills relevant for sustainable water management.

Future Cities

• Able to work together in multidisciplinary international teams
• Thinking outside the box and being creative
• Acquiring an investigative attitude (context, program, reference projects, possibilities, solutions, etc.)
• Developing new spatial strategies/concepts
• Translating a spatial strategy/concept into a spatial design
• The technical development of the design in relation to vision and concept
• Reflecting on the process (about yourself and the team)

Watermanagement

You work on a water management project and translate complex challenges into a professional advisory or design report. You apply hydrological and geohydrological principles in modeling and analyzing water flows. You develop and implement hydraulic models for water management and integrate them into future-proof strategies. Additionally, you apply Nature-Based Solutions and adaptive design methods to create sustainable and resilient water management solutions. You reflect on your professional development and contribute to innovative, interdisciplinary water management approaches.

Future Cities

Kick off Future Cities
Getting to know each other and kick off for the projects and courses in the module. Lectures, excursions, workshops and a welcome party.

Project Future Cities
You will work in an interdisciplinary team of international students on an integral design research for a city district in 2050. You research and design future solutions that enhance the quality of life, cut cities’ carbon emissions and build resilience to extreme weather.

Lectures & Field Trip
In this course you will gain knowledge for your studio project by attending presentations of keynote speakers of different expertise. You will stay in a European city outside the Netherlands for a few days to understand, feel and experience such a particular city. We will visit interesting projects, exhibitions, etc. You will participate in organizing and preparing the field trip.

Personal Leadership
In this course you will be working on your soft skills, which will be crucial for your success in the workplace. You will learn to take the lead in your own development and you will receive tools for fruitful cooperation and communication with others. This will take place via (mandatory) interactive workshops which will encourage you to get out of your comfort zone now and then. You will round off this course by means of an assessment in which you will reflect on your own development.

Watermanagement

Water management Project and Professional development 
This topic provides an overview of key water management challenges, including climate change, land use, and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Students work in teams on complex international projects addressing drought and/or flooding issues. Deliverables include a report and presentation, emphasizing collaboration and professional communication.


Physical hydrology and modelling
This topic consists of two components. Geohydrology & hydrology introduces the principles of physical hydrology, covering atmospheric, surface, soil, and groundwater dynamics. Students engage in numerous practical exercises, applying theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. Advanced water management (modelling) focuses on computational modelling for surface- and groundwater systems. Participants learn 1D-flow modelling and basin runoff analysis, effectively integrating soil and surface water data for comprehensive assessments.

Futureproof watermanagement
This topic emphasizes sustainable and adaptive strategies for water management. Nature-based Solutions explores engineering approaches inspired by natural processes, addressing challenges like flood prevention, drought mitigation, and water quality improvement, while highlighting sustainability and ecosystem benefits. Scenarios and adaptive design focuses on designing flexible strategies for uncertain future conditions, teaching students to account for climate change and evolving societal needs in their solutions.

De minor wordt in het Engels aangeboden