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064-0014-21L 2 Credits DR D-ARCH

Research Methods in the History and Theory of Architecture

Lecturers & Examiners: PD Dr. Irina Davidovici
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:54:52

Abstract

Introduction to methodological approaches in the history and theory of architecture; presentation and discussion of individual doctoral projects.

Objective

The doctoral students analyse critically relevant approaches in the history and theory of architecture. Through group discussions and individual presentations, they refine the scope, aims and methodologies of their proposals, in preparation for the research plan submission at the end of first year.

Content

The two-semester course in the first year of the doctoral program in the history and theory of architecture has a twofold objective. Firstly, reading sessions on central approaches in the history and theory of architecture provide a methodological basis for a doctorate at the Institute gta. Secondly, sessions comprising individual presentations by doctoral students and feedback discussions will assist students in the preparation of the research plan, which they have to present at the end of first year.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR
Frequency
Semesterly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
seminar Research Methods in the History and Theory of Architecture
No course on 25.3.2021 (seminar week).
  • Thu 13:45-15:30 (HIL D 60.1)
2 h weekly

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