Undergraduate Course: Architecture Dissertation (ARJA10002)
Course Outline
| School |
School of Arts, Culture and Environment |
College |
College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type |
Dissertation |
Availability |
Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
40 |
| Home subject area |
Architecture - joint with Edinburgh College of Art |
Other subject area |
None |
| Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
| Course description |
This module provides the student with an opportunity to investigate an architectural topic negotiated with a member of academic staff. The student will undertake sustained and in-depth research and present a coherently argued, fully referenced and appropriately illustrated piece of academic writing. Preparation and research for the module is undertaken in the first Semester; this provides the student with an opportunity to plan and organise the study materials and research methods required in the writing of the Dissertation. This process culminates in the submission of a synopsis and bibliography. In the second Semester, the dissertation is developed and written. Aims - The module will: 1. Develop research methods relevant to writing a dissertation. 2. Develop the student&©s intellectual curiosity relating to the dissertation topic. 3. Gain knowledge of a specific aspect of architecture, history and theory, technology, environment, architectural design or related disciplines of arts, cultural studies and landscape and its application in critical debate. 4. Develop skills in the use of library and research sources including the use of websites and electronic methods of deriving information. 5. Develop skills in correct writing style, grammar and syntax and the correct use and acknowledgement of sources. |
Entry Requirements
| Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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| Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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| Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
| Not being delivered |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to demonstrate:
1. Detailed knowledge of the chosen subject;
2. Clearly written argument expressed against stated objectives;
3. Production of an attractive and coherent illustrated text, including correct syntax, referencing conventions, properly formulated conclusions and the acknowledgement of sources.
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Assessment Information
| Written dissertation (approx. 10,000 words with illustrations) (100%) |
Special Arrangements
This course is taught jointly by the University and Edinburgh College of Art. Students will have access to both campuses and may be located in studios at either institution.
The course will be assessed in accordance with the Assessment Regulations of Edinburgh College of Art |
Additional Information
| Academic description |
ARB criteria demonstrated in this module:
Design: 1.1c
Communication: 1.4a*
The dissertation may cover 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 depending on the subject matter.
* indicates criteria whose delivery is emphasized |
| Syllabus |
Not entered |
| Transferable skills |
Not entered |
| Reading list |
Borden, I and Ruedi, K (2000). Dissertation: An Architectural Student&©s Handbook. Oxford: Architectural Press.
Russell, Terrence M. (1992). Essays, Reports and Dissertations: Guidance Notes on the Preparation and Presentation of Written Work. University of Edinburgh Library Guide No. 42. |
| Study Abroad |
Not entered |
| Study Pattern |
Not entered |
| Keywords |
Knowledge, theory, writing skills, research, intellectural capabilities, creativity |
Contacts
| Course organiser |
Prof Soledad Garcia Ferrari
Tel: 0131 221 6083
Email: s.garcia@eca.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mrs Leigh-Anne Pieterse
Tel: (0131 6)50 2306
Email: l.a.pieterse@ed.ac.uk |
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