Theory of Architecture 3:1

Education facts

Code: 5AR313

To understand the many mutations of our complex urban and rural lifeworlds the course aims to introduce different methods of research; mapping the contemporary architecture and urban systems in order to explore, test and develop an emerging spatial response. The focus is on complex urban systems, mapping and observing them. To see how they arise, and to explore how, within these systems a potential common, public and private sphere can be created with the contribution of both informal and formal spatial configurations that are culturally, ecologically and socially sustainable. The course is divided into three modules: Module 1: Architectural Methods (2 credits) Module 2: Mapping Urban or Rural Complexity (2 credits) Module 3: Practice, Architecture, Technique and Representation (4 credits)

Entry requirements

To qualify for this course the following courses (or comparable courses) are required: Architecture Project 2:1 (15 credits) Theory of Architecture 2:1 (6 credits) History of Architecture 2:1 (6 credits) Architectural Technology 2:1 (3 credits) Architecture Project 2:2 (15 credits) Theory of Architecture 2:2 (2 credits) History of Architecture 2:2 (3 credits) Architectural Technology 2:2 (4 credits) Urban Planning 1 (6 credits)

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.

• Theory of Architecture 3:1

  Umeå University

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 25 %