Theory of Architecture 3:2

Education facts

Code: 5AR305

The course aims to provide methods to develop and assess an individual proposal for an architectural brief and program in relation to specific contexts and the wider architectural discourse. The primary method employed is to support the development of an individual thesis through the architectural strategies, case studies, the projection of these strategies into a specific context and a reflection on the implications this process creates. The course is divided into three modules: 1. Development of Individual Position and Proposal (4 Credits) 2. Research of Architectural Theories and Strategies (4,5 Credits) 3. Communication of an Individual Architectural Strategy (1,5 Credits) The field of research is widened through the investigation and analysis of historical and contemporary approaches of architectural interventions. During this phase students develop an individual position in relation to the development of an architectural proposal. The architectural proposal should include an individual approach to the project, a basic architectural program and a critical analysis of key elements of their chosen site(s). The topic of the individual proposal is developed and refined over the duration of the course. This is facilitated through individual reflections on the wider architectural discourse in relation to specific contexts.

Entry requirements

For eligibility to the course the following are required: Architecture Project 2:2 (15 credits) Architectural Technology 2:2 (4 credits) Urban Planning 1 (6 credits) Theory of Architecture 2:2 (2 credits) History of Architectural 2:2 (3 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 3:2

  Umeå University

  Umeå

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 33 %