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Histories and Theories of Architecture and Their Contemporary Relevance
Geschichten und Theorien der Architektur und deren aktuelle Bedeutung
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Abstract
This course addresses aspects of the history and theory er architecture with a particular focus on.their contemporary relevance and current interpretation.
Objective
Raising awareness for the contemporary importance and current interpretations of the history and theory of archltecture.
Content
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General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
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Geschichten und Theorien der Architektur und deren aktuelle Bedeutung
Keine Lehrveranstaltung am 21.3. (Seminarwoche), während Osterferien, Feiertagen und vor Semesterende (Raumreservationen beachten).
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1 h weekly |