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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Elective - Architectural History | |||
| Reference | AC4004 | Version | 7 |
| Created | July 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 10 |
| Approved | July 2002 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | September 2021 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To provide the student with the ability to examine aspects of architctural history, theory, and language. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Elucidate specific ideas and themes relating to the architectural language and ideology of a distinct period of architecture. |
| 2 | Explain the theoretical lineage of a period of architecture. |
| 3 | Evaluate formal, compositional and cultural realisations of these ideas. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| The module will cover areas of architecture and allied thought by way of calling attention to exemplary buildings and texts. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This is a lecture-based course supplemented by tutorials. Emphasis will be placed on an interactive approach to communication and learning as well as on an encouragement of significant student involvement. A substantial part of the module is devoted to student centred and library research. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 35 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 115 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
| Description: | Essay in an approved thematic area relating to architectural history. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| The overall module grade is based on 100% weighting of Component 1 (Coursework). An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. Non-submission will result in an NS grade. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | Students will be guided to produce their own bibliography from specialist periodicals, monographs and surveys. |