Indigenous Placekeeping and Design, MS
- Central City, USA
- Tempe, USA
MSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
The Master's program in Indigenous Placekeeping and Design focuses on preserving, revitalizing, and designing Indigenous cultural landscapes and sacred sites. It emphasizes a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach, integrating Indigenous knowledge systems, cultural practices, and contemporary design principles. Students engage with local Indigenous communities to develop sustainable and culturally appropriate planning and design solutions that honor and protect Indigenous heritage and place-based identities. Throughout the program, students explore various topics including landscape architecture, environmental stewardship, cultural sustainability, and Indigenous sovereignty. The curriculum combines theoretical understanding with practical application, encouraging students to critically assess the impacts of environmental change and development on Indigenous spaces. The program aims to prepare graduates to serve as advocates and practitioners who support Indigenous-led initiatives in placekeeping, ensuring the preservation of cultural landscapes for future generations.
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