Theory and History of Contemporary Architecture (4cr)

Objectives

Students learn to know the history and theory of modern architecture and the history of Finnish and Nordic architecture.
Students know the effects of architectural theories on the history and present day of architecture. After completing the course, students can read different levels of architecture and understand architecture as a whole.
Students can form their own conception of architecture and justify their architectural views. Students can apply architectural theory into practice. Students can apply the requirements of ecology and sustainable development in architectural design.

Content

History and theory of modern architecture
History of Finnish and Nordic architecture
Architectural theories and their practical effects
Creation of architectural wholeness
Architectural criticism

Prerequisites

Basics of architecture, history of architecture, and architectural theories