UnitLevel 5Postgraduate

ARC5501 Advanced architecture studies 3

Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

ARC5501 Advanced architecture studies 3 is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2027
Semester 1, Semester 2
Caulfield
Assessment
No exam
1 task

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Requisites

Before ARC5501

Corequisites

Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.

After ARC5501

No unit lists ARC5501 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.

Enrolment rules

You must be enrolled in the the Bachelor of Architectural Design / Master of Architecture (F6003), or the Master of Architecture (F6001).

Enrolment in this unit outside of the standard semesters, or if offered overseas, may involve an application or EOI (Expression of Interest) process for approval to enrol.

Overview

This unit engages with architectural techniques set within a broad range of social, cultural, environmental, political, economic, historical, theoretical and technical contexts. Investigations will incorporate various methodologies and approaches. The unit examines the formulation, application and implications of techniques in relation to architectural design research. The unit advances critical understanding required to shape the built environment.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterCaulfieldOn campus
Second semesterCaulfieldOn campus

Assessment

  • FolioPortfolio
    100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Identify and explain diverse aspects of architectural techniques;

  2. 2

    Research and analyse architectural techniques and apply knowledge to advance understanding of architecture;

  3. 3

    Locate architectural techniques in relation to a variety of relevant contexts with recognition of interconnections and influences shaping practices and approaches;

  4. 4

    Work in teams to effectively communicate, debate and advocate for advancements in architectural techniques;

  5. 5

    Rigorously explore the development and implications of architectural techniques and the potentials to support change;

  6. 6

    Reflectively engage in lifelong learning about diverse aspects of architecture.

Workload and teaching

  • Studio activities36 hours
  • Teaching approachIndustry-based learning
  • Teaching approachActive learning
  • Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
  • Teaching approachResearch activities
  • Teaching approachField trips

12 hours per week including 3 contact hours plus 9 hours of independent study, or equivalent.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Dr Jacqui Alexander
Ms Lee-Anne Khor
Dr Jason Crow
Chief Examiners
Dr Jacqui Alexander
Ms Lee-Anne Khor
Dr Jason Crow

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for ARC5501?

None, but you must take OHS1000 before or alongside it.

When is ARC5501 offered?

In 2027, ARC5501 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.

Does ARC5501 have an exam?

No. ARC5501 has 1 assessment task and no exam.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
5
Study level
Postgraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational unit
Department of Architecture
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Available