Learning environment

Chalmers Technical University

The School of Architecture has a long tradition of excellent teaching in architectural design and urban planning. Chalmers Architecture also has a leading position in applied research in architecture and planning, and in particular when linking those with sustainable development. Compared to other schools of architecture we emphasize:

  • A foundation in a humanistic, “Nordic” perspective on architecture and planning
  • A focus on everyday life in housing, workspace, public building and urban environments
  • An integrated mix of courses and design studios
  • Design projects anchored in reality, and developed through close and active contacts with clients and users
  • Design studios rooted in experience-based learning and transdisciplinary knowledge production
  • Intense interaction between students and teachers with direct tutorship by teachers and invited experts
At the master level, yet another component is the integration of research and education providing students with both scientific depth and training in architectural practice. The school is framed by a strong research environment linked to design for sustainable development. By integrating master education and research activities, its research functions as a driver for high quality education while, at the same time, education activities provide input and innovation into ongoing research projects.


DTU Technical University of Denmark

DTU Management Engineering is a relatively new departmant, dealing with planning, innovation and management both in private industry, public companies and authorities. The Urban Management group at DTU MAN is involved in a number of large research projects concerning the transition of the built environment towards sustainability. The group is running a number of courses using the most recent research results. The courses at master level are all taught in English and are followed by many international students. The learning processes are problem based, authentic and experimenting.