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DRPS : Course Catalogue : Edinburgh College of Art : Architecture and Landscape Architecture

Postgraduate Course: Design, Value and Architecture (Distance Learning) (ARCH11019)

Course Outline
SchoolEdinburgh College of Art CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Course typeOnline Distance Learning AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaArchitecture and Landscape Architecture Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThe course is divided into four sections which explore different aspects of how the practice of architecture is driven by design values from a variety of cultural and historical sources.

The Evolution of Modern Architectural Practice
An overview of evolution in the architectural profession as a discrete entity, charting the changing economic and societal influences that have moulded its development.

The Modern Movement and the Internationalisation of Style
The birth of the modern movement and the rise of the international style has influenced architects throughout the twentieth century. The module examines key characteristics of the modern in relation to the process of architectural design.

Cultural Influences on Architectural Design Theory.
An exploration of of cultural influences bearing on architectural design from digital technology to discourses on the post modern condition in its widest sense.

Architectural Specificity in an Age of Globalisation.
In an age of globalisation this module seeks to enquire as to how architectural design can relate meaningfully to place. This is reviewed in respect to current perspectives on sustainability, cultural and architectural contexts.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs not applicable
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesNone
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus?Yes
Course Delivery Information
Delivery period: 2013/14 Flexible, Available to all students (SV1) Learn enabled:  Yes Quota:  None
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Class Delivery Information Not applicable - course taught by distance learning
Course Start Date 05/08/2013
Breakdown of Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) Please contact the School directly for a breakdown of Learning and Teaching Activities
Additional Notes
Breakdown of Assessment Methods (Further Info) Please contact the School directly for a breakdown of Assessment Methods
No Exam Information
Delivery period: 2013/14 Semester 1, Available to all students (SV1) Learn enabled:  Yes Quota:  None
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Class Delivery Information Not applicable - course taught by distance learning
Course Start Date 16/09/2013
Breakdown of Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) Total Hours: 200 ( Programme Level Learning and Teaching Hours 4, Directed Learning and Independent Learning Hours 196 )
Additional Notes
Breakdown of Assessment Methods (Further Info) Written Exam 0 %, Coursework 100 %, Practical Exam 0 %
No Exam Information
Delivery period: 2013/14 Semester 2, Available to all students (SV1) Learn enabled:  Yes Quota:  None
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Class Delivery Information Not applicable - course taught by distance learning
Course Start Date 13/01/2014
Breakdown of Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) Total Hours: 200 ( Programme Level Learning and Teaching Hours 4, Directed Learning and Independent Learning Hours 196 )
Additional Notes
Breakdown of Assessment Methods (Further Info) Written Exam 0 %, Coursework 100 %, Practical Exam 0 %
No Exam Information
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
- A knowledge of the key historical movements in architectural design.
- An understanding of the impact of wider cultural discourses on architectural design theory.
- The ability to critically assess buildings in respect to their architectural design intent.
Assessment Information
A research report counting towards 50% of the total assessment
An essay counting towards 30% of the total assessment
A weblog counting towards 20% of the total assessment
Special Arrangements
None
Additional Information
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Transferable skills Not entered
Reading list Not entered
Study Abroad Not entered
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Contacts
Course organiserMr John Brennan
Tel: (0131 6)50 2324
Email: John.Brennan@ed.ac.uk		 Course secretaryMr Daniel Emmerson
Tel: 0131 651 5738
Email: daniel.emmerson@ed.ac.uk
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