ARC5502 Advanced architecture studies 4
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
ARC5502 Advanced architecture studies 4 is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2026 in Semester 1, Winter, Semester 2 and Summer B at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Winter, Semester 2, Summer B
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 1 task
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ARC5502
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After ARC5502
No unit lists ARC5502 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
You must be enrolled in 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 explores aspects of architectural media. This unit examines a range of discursive and material aspects of architectural media. It will take into consideration various cultural, social, and technological factors utilising historical, theoretical, and projective approaches. Investigations will incorporate various methodologies and diverse points of view with an underlying concern for the implications for architectural design. The unit will foster skills necessary for assessing and contributing to the built environment.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Winter semester | Caulfield | Flx blk |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Summer semester B | Caulfield | Flx blk |
Assessment
- FolioPortfolio100%
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
Identify and explain diverse aspects of architectural media, culture, techniques, media;
- 2
Research and analyse architectural media and apply knowledge to advance understanding of architecture;
- 3
Locate architectural media in relation to a variety of relevant contexts with recognition of interconnections and influences shaping practices and approaches;
- 4
Work in teams to effectively communicate, debate and advocate for advancements in architectural media;
- 5
Rigorously explore the development and implications of architectural media and the potentials to support change;
- 6
Reflectively engage in lifelong learning about diverse aspects of architecture.
Workload and teaching
- Studio activities36 hours
- Teaching approachResearch activities
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachIndustry-based learning
- 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
- Dr Jason Crow
- Ms Lee-Anne Khor
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Jason Crow
- Dr Jacqui Alexander
- Ms Lee-Anne Khor
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ARC5502?
None, but you must take OHS1000 before or alongside it.
When is ARC5502 offered?
In 2026, ARC5502 runs in Semester 1, Winter, Semester 2 and Summer B at Caulfield.
Does ARC5502 have an exam?
No. ARC5502 has 1 assessment task and no exam.