What will I learn on this module?
A critical appreciation and evaluation of advanced historical, theoretical, urban and technological paradigms governing the disciplines of Architecture forms the core learning journey of this module. The thematic exposure to seminal historic and contemporary architecture will develop critical knowledge to further reveal key theoretical positions and thinking. Presented as a theoretically connected continuum of architectural thought, spanning relevant epochs, content will thematically align to your wider creative learning journey. Existing critical learning skills will be honed to further reflective upon and interpret established theories of architecture.
How will I learn on this module?
The module content will be delivered as a sequential programme of lectures supported by research led, participatory group seminars. In response, independent learning will allow you to explore your own themes framed around given assignment work whilst the lectures appraise critical exemplars case studies to encourage specific discussion within the supporting seminars. These seminars are a forum for formative feedback with your peers and your tutor to inform your personal learning journey and they complement your advancing knowledge, your directed and self-directed individual study.
To aid contextual understanding and critical appraisal, a wide range of visual material will be used to support the module content.
How will I be supported academically on this module?
Engagement in lectures and participation to group seminars and associated discussion is essential to your development. Feedback on formative work can be offered in a variety of forms throughout the duration of the module. Written feedback will be provided at summative assessment points to help you reflect, develop and learn. Periods of self-directed learning are essential for your personal research, creative explorational and development of assignment work whilst we have an open-door policy so that you can seek further support should you need it.
In addition, assignments, presentations, relevant associated module information and specific reading lists will be uploaded to the eLearning Portal (Blackboard), so that you can access module content when needed. The university library offers support through its extensive physical and on-line resources, through e-reading lists. In addition, guidance on developing academic study skills, is provided by the Ask4Help facility.
What will I be expected to read on this module?
All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)
What will I be expected to achieve?
Knowledge & Understanding:
KU 1. Analyse contemporary architecture and understand the larger context in which it emerges.
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
IPSA 1. Articulate a critical and reflective approach in the work you produce and towards the work of others.
IPSA 2. Evidence advanced research and analytical skills with consideration of the influences of the artistic and cultural context within an articulated viewpoint.
Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
PVA 1. Reflect upon current practice to develop and reinforce personal development.
How will I be assessed?
Formative assessment will be delivered in form of verbal feedback after the group presentation.
Summative assessment is of the illustrated written assignment (5000 words equivalent) covering all MLO’s
KU1, IPSA 1, IPSA 2, PVA 1
Feedback will be offered in verbal and written form to provide advice for further development and a critical appraisal of work and performance.
Moderation of summative assessment will take place at the end of the module.
Pre-requisite(s)
None
Co-requisite(s)
None
Module abstract
Within this module you will express an individual, critical synthesis of your knowledge of the holistic and thematic concepts and theories that underpin the creative discipline of Architecture and the urban context. Through the use of lectures and research-led group seminars you will interpret and contextualise the interconnected precepts and philosophies informing architectural thought towards an individual perspective. You will critically analyse architectural theory to appraise the thematic, epochal and conceptual shifts within Architecture, explored and analysed against contemporary thinking. Lectures will explore the advancements of Architecture and the urban realm via theoretical and cultural paradigms, contextualised against an advanced technological and material appreciation. The set assessment work will challenge your critical thinking skills and your research led learning will encourage you to synthesise your theoretical knowledge within a personal critical framework that will also help you appraise and evaluate your own design work and the work of others.
Course info
UCAS Code K100
Credits 20
Level of Study Undergraduate
Mode of Study 3 years full-time or 4 years with study abroad
Department Architecture and Built Environment
Location City Campus, Northumbria University
City Newcastle
Start September 2024 or September 2025
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