This module is offered as an Elective in the graduate programmes in architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design and climate resilience. The purpose of this module is to research into new methods of digital technology as it relates to the field in question. For students of architecture, this elective module responds to the expectation to develop "an ability to create architectural designs that satisfy both aesthetic and technical requirements" and "an understanding of the methods of investigation and preparation of the brief for a design project" (RIAI Standard of Skills and Competencies) as well as to "demonstrate proficiency in communication skills, design thinking skills, visual communication skills" (NAAB student performance criteria). For students of landscape architecture, this elective module contributes to addressing the following required 'areas of knowledge and skill' as set out in Appendix 1 of the Addenda to the International Federation of Landscape Architects IFLA/UNESCO Charter for Landscape Architectural Education when implemented in the European Region: -"Data processing techniques: Knowledge of, and the skill to apply, the techniques of inventory and assessment of landscapes and sites, the use of Geographic Information Systems, the use of computers in design and planning process." -"The development of skills of communication, negotiation and presentation."

This elective provides the theoretical framework, tool expertise and technical skills required to analyse, use, understand new methods in digital design/ digital tools that are novel in the field of question. This could include GIS mapping, lidar mapping, drone scanning and other novel forms of digital advancement. This elective is a venue for independent research and not specifically related to the Design Studio.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: Research new digital tools in their field; Represent the use of those tools in presentations; understand how to use new methods, tools and programmes; Evaluate these tools critically within an architectural, landscape architecture or urban design context;

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: Collaborate in learning and applying the digital tools used in the process; Self-direct learning using on-line tutorials for advanced digital tools; Lead and coordinate group work and support others in the completion of the project.

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Focusing on case studies and the use of new digital tools the elective module will be delivered through a programme of lectures,seminar discussions and case study presentations with an emphasis on collaborative work.Smaller classes allow for in-depth interrogation of the subject at an advanced level, and ensure the learning is active. Graduate elective modules may have a common brief and may share lecture/tutorial time with undergraduate electives. Compared to undergraduate electives, electives in the graduate programme pursue advanced research-learning, require additional module work, carry higher expectations and are assessed accordingly. Graduate student work requires independent study in addition to extra contact time. Higher-level expectations for graduate work include more in-depth pursuit of advanced technical, theoretical or practice-based concepts. Module work in graduate electives must establish a critical position that advances or challenges current practice.This module encourages students to be CURIOUS, by engaging their inquisitive capacity to interrogate, through a cultural and place-focused lens, a given urban or landscape context through a range of media. It encourages their AGILITY in responding independently to a specific context, through the emphasis on aesthetics and construction of the environment in the module's syllabus.Through the group-work and participative nature of the module, it encourages the student to become ARTICULATE and develop their collaborative and inter-personal skills.