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Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% online
Available loans
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Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Study terms
- 26 May 2019
- 24 Nov 2019
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Subject details
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- What is Theory and Criticism?
- Post-Structuralism - Michel Foucault and Architecture
- Post-modernism and its relevance today
- Post-colonialism in Northern Africa and Latin America
- Deconstructivism
- Critical Regionalism
- Architecture: with and without architects
- Architecture and the feminine
- Contemporary architectural theory
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Study resources
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Instructional methods
- Discussion forum/Discussion Board
- Online assignment submission
- Standard Media
- Web links
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Online materials
- Resources and Links
- Printable format materials
- Online Assessment
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Others
Level 3 subjects normally assume an introductory level of prior knowledge in this area, eg for this subject the completion of BAS220 and BAS250. Ensure all Level 2 subjects have been completed.
Special requirements
- EquipmentDetails - Access to hardware: webcam, speakers and microphone.
This subject is an introduction to various modern, post-modern and post-structuralist movements and critiques on architecture, centering upon the wider cultural, historical, social, political and philosophical relationships that invest the urban environment. This subject focuses on theoretical strategies of thought, design and critical analysis for use in various urban and architectural situations.
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Find out more about the Academic Integrity module.
- Literature Review (50%)
- Research Essay (50%)
Textbooks are not required.
Textbook information is pending.