History and Theory of Architecture 2, 7.5 credits

Contents

This course explores the architectural histories, theories, and typologies of pre-industrial periods. A critical lens is applied to architectural theory and historiography, recognising the subjectivity and omissions of key texts. The dominant narratives of European architectural history and theory are contextualised with counter-narratives from the global south, fostering a dialogue between architectural traditions from different parts of the world. By engaging with alternative perspectives on architectural theory, students will gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of global architectural developments and the multiple ways in which history and theory can be interpreted.

The course is divided into two modules:

Module 1: Architectural History from Antiquity to the Industrial Revolution (4.5 credits)
Module 2: Architectural Thinking from Alternative Perspectives (3 credits)

Expected learning outcomes

For a passing grade, the student should be able to:

**Knowledge and understanding **

• recognise and understand typologies and built environments from a historical perspective
• demonstrate an understanding of the period’s material, cultural and societal innovation

Competence and skills

• critically analyse a historical building or urban environment from the period covered
• describe and reflect on the relationship between architecture and historiography

**Judgment and approach **

• demonstrate the ability to critically discuss different perspectives on architectural theory

Required Knowledge

All courses in semesters 1 and 2:

Architectural Design 1:1
Architectural Technology 1:1
History and Theory of Architecture 1:1
Tools and Communication in Architecture 1:1
Architectural Design 1:2
Architectural Technology 1:2
History and Theory of Architecture 1:2
Tools and Communication in Architecture 1:2
Perspectives on Sustainability and Architecture 1

Form of instruction

The teaching consists of lectures, seminars, group work and tutorials, individual and in groups.

Examination modes

Module 1 is examined through a written report, completed individually, which shall contain text, visual material and bibliographic references to other works.

Module 2 is examined by attendance in mandatory seminars, oral presentation of a group work and hand-in of material produced.

The modules and the entire course are graded according to the grading scale Pass (G) or Fail (U). The grade for each module is a summarised assessment of the results of the different parts of the examinations. For the grade Pass (G) on the entire course, all modules must have the grade Pass (G).

Examiners may decide to deviate from the modes of assessment in the course syllabus. Individual adaption of modes of assessment must give due consideration to the student's needs. The adaption of modes of assessment must remain within the framework of the intended learning outcomes in the course syllabus. Students who require an adapted examination must submit a request to the department holding the course no later than 10 days before the examination. The examiner decides on the adaption of the examination, after which the student will be notified.

The date of the retake must be notified no later than the date of the regular examination. The first retake will be offered no later than two months after the regular examination session, but no earlier than ten working days after students have been notified of the results of the regular examination. For regular examinations held in May or June, a first retake may be offered within three months of the regular examination session. In addition, at least one second retake (a catch-up) is offered within a year from the regular examination session. Students who have achieved a pass are not permitted to retake an examination.

A student who has taken a regular examination and retake in a course or a part of a course without obtaining a pass grade is entitled to request the appointment of another examiner or marking teacher. Students should address any such request to the director of studies or equivalent.

Transitional provisions

In the event of a course syllabus being withdrawn or undergoing major changes, students are guaranteed at least three examination opportunities (including the regular examination session) in accordance with the previous course syllabus during a maximum of two years from the expiry of the course syllabus or the discontinuation of the course.