History and Theory of Architecture 1:1

Education facts

Code: 5AR025

The students are introduced to the study of history and theory as a way to understand the influence of cultural, societal and technological developments on architecture and urban planning. Starting from a European perspective, the course spans a chronological period from the start of the 19th century to World War II. It explores the impact of the Industrial Revolution and concepts of Modernity as responses in architecture and urban planning. Concepts relating to spatial form and aesthetics are explored through the lenses of contemporary theoretical perspectives and history. The student will develop methods to analyse, reflect on and interrogate these concepts and to see the connection between practical, historical and theoretical knowledge.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements + Mathematics 3b or 3c or Mathematics Further level 1b or 1c or Mathematics C, Science Studies 2/ or evel 2, Civics 1b or 1a1+1a2/level 1b or 1a1+1a2. Science Studies can be replaced by Chemistry 1 or level 1 + Physics 1a or 1b1+1b2 or evel 1a1+1a2 or level 1b.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• History and Theory of Architecture 1:1

  Umeå University

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 25 %