Program Overview

Introduction to Environmental Design Sciences

The Introduction to Environmental Design Sciences course, SARC 122, is an on-campus only course that explores the fundamental principles of environmentally-sensitive design. This course delves into the interactions between interior and exterior designed environments.

Course Details

• Dates: 6 July 2026 to 8 November 2026
• Starts: Trimester 2
• Fees:
  • NZ$1,205.55 for domestic students
  • NZ$5,558.70 for international students
• Lecture Start Times:
  • Wednesday 10.00am
  • Friday 10.00am
• Campus: Kelburn
• Estimated Workload: Approximately 150 hours or 8.3 hours per week for 18 weeks
• Points: 15 points

Entry Restrictions

• Prerequisites: None
• Corequisites: None
• Restrictions: None

Taught By

The School of Architecture — Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation teaches this course.

Course Learning Objectives

Students who pass this course should be able to:

1. Evaluate how environmental qualities define a specific designed environment
2. Gather and analyse environmental data to explore its effects on humans and human comfort
3. Identify and illustrate how buildings, building elements, and landscapes can be modified to achieve desired environmental conditions

How This Course is Taught

Teaching and learning in this course are delivered in two 1-hour lectures combined with one 2-hour laboratory or tutorial per week. Lectures and tutorials require in-person attendance, with lecture recordings available for subsequent revision.

Assessment

• Project 1: Environmental Assessment (1250 words) - 50%
• Project 2: Modifying Environments (1750 words) - 50%

Mandatory Requirements

There are no mandatory requirements for this course.

What You'll Need to Get

Students will need to provide all materials and equipment necessary for the completion of coursework.

Course Coordinator

Dr. Rachel Paschoalin is the course coordinator for SARC 122.