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A History of Architecture and Culture in the 19th and 20th Century I
Kulturgeschichte der modernen Architektur I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:00:36
Abstract
This course offers an introduction to the basic elements of a history of European architecture based on its development since the late 19th century. The main focus is on the paradigm of ‘modernism’. The course aims at examining different important key trends by studying specific chapters and primary texts, treated as parts of a complex, continuous development.
Content
This course offers an introduction to the basic elements of a history of European architecture based on its development since the late 19th century. The main focus is on the paradigm of ‘modernism’ since this development had great impact on the 20th century. No attempt will be made to give a full or, even less so, comprehensive account of history. Rather, the course aims at examining different important key trends by studying specific chapters and primary texts. The events of modernism which are, from a current perspective, celebrated as isolated highlights, will consciously not be viewed as such, but rather treated as part of a complex, continuous development.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 45 minutes
- Aids
- Keine erlaubt
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Kulturgeschichte der modernen Architektur I |
|
3 h weekly |