Seminar in the master´s program
This module consists of two parts, which can also be taken seperately:
1) Writing Laboratory Landscape Architecture (3 ECTS) AR72041
Content: This is a special "writing workshop" for Master students in summer semester only (Module: Theory and Critique in Landscape Architecture AR72032). In this workshop you will learn individually how to write a short critical analysis, review or recension about a text book, preferably new and related to the current design project in the LAI Master studio. The students will be enabled to analyse and criticize current texts in theory of landscape architecture and they will improve their skills in scientific writing.
The writing workshop is open to all master students in landscape architecture, preferably to participants in the LAI master project. Please note that the number of participants is restricted, due to the intensive individual coaching process. In addition, very good skills in reading and writing German or English are required!
Start: April 27th, 2026; 4pm at the chair of Landscape Architecture and Transformation
Due date: Text has to be handed in by August 31st, 2026
Credits: 3 ECTS
Register: max. 10 students, in TUMonline: AR72032-2 "Writing Laboratory Landscape Architecture"
Instructor: Prof. Dr. Udo Weilacher
List of book reviews: here
2) Profiles of International Landscape Architecture (3 ECTS) AR72040
Instructor: Sara S. Fouad
Contact: sara.fouad@tum.de
For this writing seminar, each student will analyse the works and thoughts of an established European landscape studio: transdisciplinarity will be the focus of this semester.
The purposed offices will be announced at the introductory session, however, own suggestions are welcome and will be considered.
Each participant will work individually on a short essay and show the own results on the final presentation day. There will be three mandatory group meetings in presence; two individual consultations will be offered to sharpen the contents.
To successfully pass the course, an essay and a presentation are expected.
Performance requirements
- attendance of all group meetings and individual consultations
- presentation (max. 15 min. plus 10 min. discussion)
- "postcard" exercise and written essay (min. 5,000 to max. 6,000 characters incl. blanks)
Learning target: scientific writing skills; deeper insight into current tendencies in international landscape architecture with a focus on European practices.
Eligibility: Master students in Landscape Architecture or related fields, maximum number of students: 10 (individual coaching)
Requirements: proficiency in English
Registration: preliminary registration in TUMonline, binding registration during introductory session; participation in introductory session is mandatory
Introductory session: May 08, 2026 at 10:00 am, Room E42, LAT, Freising
Instructors: Prof. Dr. Udo Weilacher and Regina Wagner
In this project-based seminar, you will investigate an existing, completed open space whose stormwater management system was designed according to earlier standards. You will assess the existing system in light of current and future climate-related requirements and develop it into an integrated, future-proof stormwater management concept. To this end, you will analyse the site’s topography, flow paths, soil, vegetation and use, develop different design options, and combine sponge city principles with high-quality open-space design.
From the initial idea to the construction detail, you will learn how to integrate stormwater into existing open spaces and new designs in a visible and experiential way. You will estimate runoff volumes and the required storage capacity, plan levels and gradients, and develop multifunctional solutions for drought, heavy rainfall and heat.
- Language: German
- Participants: Maximum of 20
- Registration: Binding registration via TUMonline
- Credits: 3 ECTS
Schedule:
Tue, 13 October 2026, 09:15–11:00 Kick-off in Room E42
Tue, 20 October 2026, 09:15–12:15 Site visit and survey
Tue, 27 October 2026, 09:15–12:15 Presentation and discussion
Tue, 10 November 2026, 09:15–12:15 Concept presentation
Tue, 17 November 2026, 09:15–12:15 Individual tutorials
Tue, 24 November 2026, 09:15–12:15 Individual tutorials
Tue, 1 December 2026, 09:15–12:15 Individual tutorials
Tue, 8 December 2026, 09:15–12:15 Individual tutorials
Tue, 15 December 2026 Final presentation in Room E42