Synthesis course 1: Architecture and Urban Design Project, Positioning

Education facts

Code: 5AR420

The course focuses on a specific architectural and urban research theme within which the students are encouraged to develop their own position and agenda. Students formulate and develop a strategic, research-based approach to creating urban and architectural design strategies. The course is studio based. The course teachers adjust and determine specific course information, themes, design requirements, and submission requirements for the academic year.    The course is divided into three modules: 1. Architectural Investigations (8 credits) 2. Architectural Proposal (8 credits) 3. Communication with External Parties (4 credits)

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in architecture, minimum 180 ECTS or equivalent foreign degree and work samples/portfolio. English language proficiency equivalent to (the Swedish upper secondary school) English course 6/level 2.

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.

• Synthesis course 1: Architecture and Urban Design Project, Positioning

  Umeå University

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 67 %