Dissertation

Dissertation titles

2019-20

• Chen Beifei: Study on the Impacts of Various Forms of Exposure of Greenery on Stress Level and Productivity in an Indoor Environment
• Eingeel Jafar Khan: Regulating and Socio-Cultural Ecosystem Services Integration in Alleys of Delhi.
• Manasi Venkatesh Prabhudesai Analysis of Production, Harvest & Consumption in Community Gardens: Contribution of community gardens towards increasing the vegetable intake and food security of the HDB residents in Singapore.
• Bao Lixia: An investigation of Community Gardens for Cultivating Social Capital in the Singapore HDB Estate.
• Muhammad Rahmat Bin Khairudin: Privately-owned Publicly Accessible Spaces (POPAS) of Japan and Singapore: A Comparative Investigation on the Positive and Negative Impacts
• Toh Zi Gui: How Does Local Cinema of the 2010’s Express Memoryscapes in Singapore?
• Tang Mengjiao: The Potential of Public Cemeteries as Recreational Space in Singapore
• Dong Yitong: Effect of Soundscape on Human Perception in Garden Spaces
• Zhang Qinqin: The Revival of Ancient Chinese Methods on the Flood Management
• Hou Yanru: Assessment of Contemplativeness of Landscape in Singapore Downtown Core
• Yu Xi: Water Usage of Plants and Soil Moisture Profile of Non-irrigated Extension Roof System Under Tropical Climatic Conditions
• Radha Ajit Waykool: Spatial Characteristics of the Sacred Groves in the Rapidly Growing City of Pune, India
• Li Ziheng: Review of Digital Technology in Landscape Architecture
• Mitali Kumar: Subconscious Landscapes: Impact of the Exposure to Campus Greens on the Mental Health and Well-being of University Students
• Dai Yuke: The Analysis of Modern Urban Vicissitude of Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal: The Environmental Paradox between Urban Improvement and Ecological Heritage Protection in Changzhou
• Yang Xiaowen: Using Computational Methods to Analyze the Accessibility of Neighborhood Public Space for the Elderly in Lengkok Bahru, Singapore
• Vinamra Agarwal: Linking Urban Farming (UF) and Health: A Pilot Study to Understand the physical and mental health of UF volunteers in Singapore.
• Isabel Villegas Molina: Spontaneous Coastal Vegetation as Landscape Material in Singapore: A Documentation on the Natural and Non-natural Growing Vegetation along the Southern Part of Singapore and Uncovering its Applicability as Ecologically Resilient Landscape Features
• Chen Nan: A Systematic Review of Landscape Projects on Flood Resilient Coastline Development
• Elsa Sim Rui Jia: Hybrid Solutions for a Multi-functional Coastal Landscape in Singapore
• Liu Ye: Assessment of the Urban Design Quality to Enhance the Walkability in Chinatown
• Jiang Jiahang: The Effect of Street Tree Species and Planting Pattern on Controlling Incident Solar Exposure to Pedestrians
• Chan Wing Fai: Investigating Participatory Design and Community Attachment: A Case Study of Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong.

 

2018-19

• Fan Lei: Integration of Ecosystem Services in Street Redevelopment of Informal Settlements.
• Gao Chenchen: Temperature and Thermal Comfort Effects of Street Greenery in Singapore.
• Kong Lingchang: Resource Flow Analysis of Rural Landslide Restoration Projects: A Case of Yame City, Fukuoko Prefecture, Japan.
• Kuan Wai Tuck Victor: Public Perception on Nature in the Digital Community of Singapore.
• Lam Si Yun Swan: Potentials for the Use of Therapeutic Landscapes in Palliative Care: A Case of Healthcare Providers in Hong Kong.
• Liu Xiaolei: Does the Increased Focus on Landscapes in HDB Estates Lead to Higher Level of Ecosystem Services?
• Wang Hanfeng: The Importance of Smellscape in Defining the Sense of Place.
• Wang Zhe: The Intention of Rural and Urban Populations to Adopt an Agritourism Model as Part of Yame-shi Disaster Recovery.
• Xu Linxin: A Research of UGS Spatial Characteristics towards Resilient Stormwater Management: A Case Study of Fuzhou Downtown Area.
• Yao Haomu: Effects of Planted Forest on Shallow Landslides: Modelling Landslide Hazard through GIS-based Logistic Regression in 2017 Northern Kyushu Flood, Japan.
• Yong Keng-Whye, Raymond: Understanding the Relationship between Migrant Workers and Open Green Spaces: A Study of the Importance and Usage of Green Open Spaces by Bangladeshi Migrant Workers in Little India, Lembu Open Space – “Minimart,” Singapore.

 

2017-18

• Amanda Jennifer Chandra: Urban Agriculture, Food Security, and Development Policies in Jakarta: A Case Study of Farming Communities at Kalideres – Cengkareng District, West Jakarta.
• Bai Zhuhui: Richer Gets More Greenery? A Study of Bayannur City.
• Dai Junwei: Assessing the Authentic Representation of the Chinese Garden Abroad: Case Studies of Two Overseas Chinese Gardens in USA.
• Sun Hao Jen Ashley: Classifying NUS Campus Lawns Based on Floristic Potential on Rewilded Lawns.
• Wu Yitong: Spatial Pattern Analysis of Secondary Forest in Singapore.
• Yan Ran: Assessing the Visibility of Urban Greenery.

 

2016-17

• Chang Mei Fen: Development of Considerations for Edge Protection: A Case Study of the Central Catchment Reserve.
• Chen Jumin: An Exploration of Village-in-City in China: A Case Study of Qilong Village.
• Chen Wei: Assessment of Spatial Changes of Rural Settlements Arising from Airport Development.
• Liu Yuehua: A Framework to Guide the Use of Space Underneath Singapore’s Elevated Transport Infrastructure.
• Pang Yu Rong: The Potential of Canal Naturalization in Singapore.
• Pu Wenjun: Cultural Ecosystem Services of Mangroves in Singapore.
• Qian Xuanyu: Community-Based Participatory Planning and Community Attachment in Singapore – “Hello Neighbour” Project in Tampines Central.
• Su Yuting: Community-Based Ecotourism for Strategic Planning and Conservation of Cultural Identity in Chinese Historical Villages.
• Tan Wenbin: Uncovering the Design Potential of Public Space to Facilitate Community Social Interaction in Singapore.
• Wang Yuqian: Public Perception of a Nature Park in Singapore.
• Zhang Qingqing: Changes of Coastal Landscape in Singapore.

 

2015-16

• Anushree Agarwal: Public Attitude and Preference Towards Landscapes in Singapore.
• Chen Anzhuo: Greenroof Plant Selection for Urban Cooling and Drought Tolerance.
• Cheok Zhi Ning: The Ability and Efficiency of Public Parks in Engaging Social Activities at Night.
• Cherlyn Lim Li Xuan: Assessment of Cyclability in Tampines Town.
• Deepika Nihar Amonkar: The Interrelationship Between Social Inequity and Inequity of Green Space Distribution in Mumbai.
• Poh Qiying: Sustaining Community Gardens in HDB Flats from the Management Perspective
• Sun Yunzi: Spatial and Structure of Green Space Distribution in New Developing Residential District and their Relationship to Spatial Equity.
• Tan Li Wen, Ashley: An Assessment of Socio-ecological Factors that Affect the Formation of Novel Coral Ecosystems in Singapore.
• Tao Yibei: The Effects of Vegetation in Mitigating Urban Land Surface Temperature in Singapore

 

2014-15

• Feng Yuanqiu: The Socio-Cultural Value of Wild Growth – Uncovering the Design Potential of Secondary Forests in Singapore.
• Low Peiqi: Design of the Singapore Botanic Gardens 1859-2015 – Western Model and Local Adaptations.
• Kow Xiao Jun: Effectiveness of Behavioural Design in Constructing Communal Landscapes.
• Urawan Songmunstaporn Ling: The Evolution of Landscape Design in Bangkok Old Town – Thai Adaptation of Western Models Since the 1950s.
• Goh Weixiang: Potential of Domestic Gardening in Public Housing to Contribute to Biodiversity Conservation in Singapore.
• Zhang Shangyu: A Study of Urban Landscapes – Preference for Landscape Types in Restoring Mental Well-being.
• Xu Haohui: Comparative Assessment of Spatial Structure of Urban Green Spaces Distribution and Urban Park Accessibility in Cities.
• Hu Zhijie: The Spatial and Temporal Change of Green Space in Response to the Urbanization Process in Singapore Over the Last Two Decades.
• Wan Jing: The Effects of Thermal Comfort and Shading Level on Different Park-Based Activities in Singapore Community Park.
• Xu Yan: Design of Chinese Cemeteries in China and Singapore and their Transformation as Public Parks.
• Xu Lanjun: Factors to Enhance Biodiversity of Green Walls in a Tropical City.

 

2013-14

• Atreyee Sandilya: Spatial Distribution of Urban Green Spaces in Cities and its Role in the Ecology of Cities – Case of Delhi.
• Chen Jiahui: Open Space and Density: How Open Spaces and Its Impact on the Visual Perception of High Density Urban Developments in Singapore.
• Cheong Wan Ying: Opportunities for Enhancing Singapore Downtown Core’s Walking Experience through Urban Green Spaces.
• Lee Xiao Ling Lynn: An Investigation of the Development of Ecological Capacity on Reclaimed Land in Singapore – Using Comparative Case studies of Marina Bay (South), Coney Island and Pulau Semakau.
• Li Jinmu: An Assessment of the Potential of Spaces Underneath Flyovers and Nearby Traffic Islands to Deliver Urban Ecosystem Services in Singapore.
• Mayura Patil: Planting Strategies for Urban Parks in Singapore to Increase Urban Biodiversity.

 

2012-13

• Ronnie Mak: Green Spaces in Public Housing in Singapore – A Precinct Level Documentation of Their Evolution Between an Old and New Housing Estate.
• Pham Le Anh: Green Walls in Singapore – An Evaluation and Selection of Plants that are Suitable for Outdoor Green Walls and Supporting Biodiversity.
• Heng Juit Lian: Harnessing Reclaimed and Recycled Materials in Singapore’s Landscape Architecture.
• Fu Maoying: Everyday Landscape in Transitional Urban Space – Integrating Nature and Architecture as a Singular Seamless Landscape.
• Anna Yap Lai Fong: River Ecosystem Services and Urban Developments – Understanding the Changes in the Ecosystem Services of Klang River in relation to the Development of the City of Kuala Lumpur.
• Wong Ruen Qing: Ideas of Nature in Cinema: An Investigation of the Theme of “Man and Nature” in Godfrey Reggio’s Films KOYAANISQATSI (1982) AND POWAQQATSI (1988) in Relation to the Notions of Nature.
• Yeo Jia Hao: A Comparative Research Inquiry into the Divergent Notions of Nature and Landscape Between Taoism and Landscape Urbanism.
• Shamy Vivek Darne: Greenroofs as Local Habitats in Singapore.
• Zhang Rong: A study of Urban Green Spaces in Singapore’s Residential Towns.

 

2011-12

• Muhammad Yazid Bin Ninsalam: Reverse Engineered Landscapes – Integration of Digital Visualization Processes within Analogue Workflows in Landscape Design.
• Guo Yunjia Lehana: Politics, Public Participation and Public Space – An Analysis on the Public Participation Process in the Design of the Rail Corridor in Singapore.
• Nur Syuhada Bte Limat: The Aesthetic Value of Spontaneous Vegetation and its Conservation as a Possible Strategy for a Landscape Corridor Design in the KTM Track.
• Hou Suya: A Framework for Identification and Evaluation of Culture Landscape – Case Study of Singapore KTM Land.
• Nur Syafiqah Bte Nahadi: Is the Public’s Perception of Nature an Important Factor in the Design of the Singapore Trail?
• Teo Hui Yi Rachel: Assessment of KMT as an Ecological Corridor in Singapore.
• Sng En Ai Rebecca: The Linear Park and Urban Liveability – A Study of Singapore’s KTM Railway Land.
• Gauri Bharihoke: Study on Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTM) Railway for Everyday Cycling.
• Neha Mehta: Visual Landscape Quality Assessment of The Singapore Trail
• Lin Shengwei Ervine: The Intersection of Aesthetics, Ecology and Economy in the Planning of Clementi Woodlands along The Green Corridor.
• Soh Han Jie: Environmental Education in Parks: Influence of Naturalness on User Experience in Singapore.