More-Than Methodologies: Explorations in Landscape and Urban Research

Abstract

This seminar explores innovative methodologies in landscape and urban research, aiming to transcend disciplinary boundaries by focusing on mobile, embodied, participatory, and artistic approaches. The "more-than" concept reflects our commitment to expanding and critically examining these methodologies as we address complex, contested issues.

Objective

This seminar explores innovative and qualitative methodologies that go beyond traditional approaches in landscape and urban research. By emphasizing mobile, embodied, participatory, and artistic methods, we transcend disciplinary boundaries and tackle pressing themes such as pluriversal contact zones, more-than-human landscapes, and critical plant studies. The "more-than" in the course title reflects our commitment to exploring and expanding emergent methodologies, while also questioning and troubling them as we engage with complex, contested, and multi-layered issues. The ultimate objective is for participants to delve into these pioneering methodologies and themes, contextualize them through key texts, and develop their own unique research approaches.

Content

Each seminar session will start with an introduction to the selected methodological theme. This will be followed by a presentation from a guest lecturer who is an expert in the topic. The session will conclude with a discussion round, where volunteering doctoral candidates will serve as respondents. The format may vary depending on the specific methodology being explored.

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