•   Sustainability and Regenerative Design in Built Environment VAL24016-3003 01.09.2025-31.05.2026  3 credits +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    From the aspects of built environment and structural design the student learns about sustainability and regenerative design.

    The aim is for students to have a basic knowledge of concepts and ways of thinking about sustainability and regenerative design. The student is also familiar with up-to-date information, agreements and literature on the subject. Furthermore, the participants should anchor and concretise these issues in their own professional role and work.
    Prerequisites
    A minimum of 180 ECTS at Bachelor's Level in Construction Engineering or Management
    and working life experience in the relevant field of Engineering
    Content of the study unit
    Sustainability
    Regenerative design

    The following skills are practiced:
    Using appropriate sources to expand your own knowledge
    Terminology in English as well as in some other language (eg. Finnish, Swedish, the mother tongue of the student)
    Making clear and professional presentations
    Presentation of own learning outcomes
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Towe Andersson

    Learning material

    The course structure and litterature is described in more detail in the associated Moodle course.

    Learning methods

    Student-centered learning methods are applied.
    The course structure is described in more detail in the realisation plan and associated Moodle course.

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    01.09.2025 - 31.05.2026

    Enrollment date range

    15.06.2025 - 15.01.2026

    Seats

    0 - 20

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Towe Andersson, Isa Melander-Ekström

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Structural Engineering

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    3.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    Approved/Rejected

    Practical training and working life co-operation

    The student should anchor and concretise the course objectives in their own professional role and work.

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Academic Year 2025-2026, examination dates will be agreed on between students and teachers, approximately 1 time in the autumn term and one time in the spring term.

    Timing and attendance

    Academic Year 2025-2026, on Moodle.

    Assessment criteria
    Approved / Failed

    Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level.