Course - Architecture and Anthropology - AAR4804
AAR4804 - Architecture and Anthropology
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Work
Grade: Passed/Failed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbeider | 100/100 |
Course content
- Similarities and differences in the methodic approach and interpretation of physical environment within architecture and anthropology.
- The notion of "Culture" in general, and specifically related to form and use of physical environment.
- Field work techniques
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
An introduction to selected anthropological ideas of relevance for architecture and planning.
The student will also get acquainted with different qualitative methods, practical fieldwork and interview techniques.
By conducting fieldwork the student will get an understanding of connections between physical form and social life.
Skills:
Prepare the student for independent research.
Use local knowledge, achieved through anthropological fieldwork, as a tool for projects.
Have a conscious relation to cultural differences.
Through writing an essay, have a reflected relation to use of concepts and how to structure a text.
General competence:
An understanding of architecture as a cultural phenomenon.
The student gets experience with inter-disciplinary work and analyzing research questions from different disciplinary perspectives.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, seminars, field work with case studies, literature studies, essay writing.
Compulsory assignments
- Fieldwork
Required previous knowledge
Completed three years basic courses in architecture, bachelor in architecture or equivalent. Registration deadline: 1. juni.
Course materials
Information willl be given at the start of semester
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2012
Language of instruction: English
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- Architecture
Department with academic responsibility
Faculty of Architecture and Design
Examination
Examination arrangement: Work
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Arbeider 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"