The approach is thematic rather than chronological. Initially, the European or modern reception of non-western architecture is considered. Aspects of survivals and revivals of traditions are considered as well as tendencies towards regionalism, globalization and cross-cultural interpretations. Aspects of modernity and its links with traditions across the world are mainly considered in the final part of the course.
AD206V World Architecture 6.0 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Spring 2022
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Information per course offering
Course offerings are missing for current or upcoming semesters.
Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus AD206V (Autumn 2007–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus AD206V (Autumn 2007–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
To introduce international perspectives in history of architecture. While not entirely excluding European architecture, focus is on other parts of the world.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Completed upper secondary education incl documented proficiency in English.
Recommended prerequisites
Basic knowledge in history of architecture is recommended. Please contact responsible teacher for further information.
Equipment
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Literature
Major reader: Ching, F., Jarzombek, M. & Prakash, V., A Global History of Architecture, 2006.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- MOM1 - 75% Participation, - credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
•Examination in seminars, 6 credits.•75% active participation in lectures and seminars.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
Architecture
Education cycle
Second cycle
Add-on studies
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Supplementary information
Director of studies Lena Villner, phone 08 790 9167, lena@arch.kth.se.Schedule and information will be presented at the School’s website, http://www.sofa.se.