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064-0005-23L 1 Credits DR D-ARCH

Advanced Topics in History and Theory of Architecture

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Philip Ursprung, Prof. Dr. Laurent Stalder, Prof. Dr. Maarten Delbeke, Prof. Dr. Tom Avermaete
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:16:06

Abstract

The seminar will consist of a series of collective readings of selected texts.

Objective

Knowledge of relevant texts in contemporary theory. Capacity to critically discuss methods and discourses.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Scans of selected texts for discussion and exercises will be provided at the beginning of the semester on the course website:https://doctoral-program.gta.arch.ethz.ch/courses

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR
Frequency
Semesterly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance
Paper writing in conjunction with the seminar theme.

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
colloquium Advanced Topics in History and Theory of Architecture
No course on 26.10 (seminar week).
  • Thu 17:45-18:30 (HIL F 10.3)
1 h weekly

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