London’s Cityscape and London Life (King's Alumni)

Program Overview

This three-week program from King's College London immerses participants in London's cityscape and life, exploring urban change, citizenship, and the impact of COVID-19. Through interactive lectures, site visits, and walking tours, participants gain a deep understanding of London's architecture, planning, and social dynamics. The program culminates in a presentation and reflective journal, equipping graduates with valuable skills for careers in urban-related fields.

Program Outline

London's Cityscape and London Life (King's Alumni)

Degree Overview:

• Focus: Reconnecting with London and King's through a sense of place, exploring dynamic changes in the city, and reflecting on the impact of COVID-19 on city life.
• Target audience: King's Alumni, current undergraduates, and the wider international community.
• Duration: 3 weeks.
• Key objectives:
• Experience London as a Londoner.
• Understand the role of architecture and urban planning.
• Explore key concepts in urban and citizenship studies.
• Analyze factors driving change in the city and its impact.
• Discuss aesthetics, planning, access, and compare London to other global cities.
• Explore walking and photography as methods of inquiry.

Outline:

• Content:
• Exploring the ever-changing city of London and its citizens.
• Examining historical and contemporary urban developments.
• Discussing the impact of creativity, finance, and migration on the city.
• Analyzing the concept of "home" in the context of London.
• Comparing London to other major cities around the world.
• Structure:
• Interactive lectures and seminars.
• Group discussions and activities.
• Site visits to various areas of London.
• Independent research and reflection.
• Project work.
• Modules:
• Urban Change and Renewal
• Citizenship and Belonging
• The Global City
• Walking the City
• Photography and the City
• Course schedule:
• 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
• 150 study hours over three weeks.
• Minimum of 45 contact hours.
• Independent study, team project work, and assessment preparation.
• Module timetable provided before arrival in June 2022.

Assessment:

• Presentation (20%): Analyzing a specific aspect of London's cityscape and life.
• Reflective journal (80%): Reflecting on personal experiences and learning throughout the course.

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Collaborative group work.
• Site visits and field trips.
• Independent research and reflection.
• Utilization of walking and photography as learning tools.
• Faculty: Experienced King's staff with expertise in urban studies, architecture, planning, and related disciplines.
• Unique approach:
• Combines academic study with experiential learning through site visits and walking tours.
• Encourages reflection on personal experiences and perspectives on the city.
• Utilizes photography as a tool for exploring and understanding urban spaces.

Careers:

• Potential career paths: Urban planning, architecture, community development, social work, education, research, and more.
• Opportunities: Gain valuable skills and knowledge relevant to various career paths in urban-related fields.
• Outcomes: Graduates can apply their learnings to contribute to shaping the future of London and other cities.

Other:

• Cost: Full fee £1958.
• Contact: +44(0)20 7848 1533, asksummer@kcl.ac.uk
• Offered by: Summer Programmes, King's College London
• Application deadline: 10 May 2024.