This module looks at the ways in which people have attempted to create 'secure' communities in both historical and contemporary societies and design. The module will look at the way in which social, political, cultural and religious ideologies have influenced and been influenced by designs for the built environment. An emphasis will be placed on social engineering through the use of social and cultural space. The module will focus particularly on 'total institutions' including the architecture of the work house; the prison and the mental asylum; architectural regulation and control of the sick; defensible space and 'crime reduction'; controlling borders and social space.

Students will explore the ways in which design, particularly architectural design, has been utilised in the promotion of 'secure environments'. Students will be required to show an understanding and knowledge of the cultural beliefs and ideologies which inform their chosen example.
[Learning Outcomes 1-3]

For 150 hours, of which 24 will be class contact consisting of:
10 Interactive Lectures
10 Workshops
1 introductory session
1 feedback session
Class work will involve semi formal lecture input; interactive exercises and workshops.
Class work will be supported by structured worksheets; formative feedback and guidance about assessment and source materials.

126 hours will be guided independent study. Students will be supported in their work through structured reading and exercises on Blackboard.

Library based Resources
DVD Facilities
Blackboard
Rooms suitable for group work

McLaughlin, E & Muncie, J. (eds.) (2002): Controlling Crime. London Sage
Fairweather, L & McConville, S (2000): Prison Architecture. Oxford Architectural Press
Goffman, I (1968): Asylums: Essays. Harmondsworth Penquin
Newman, O (1972): Defensible Space. New York Macmillan