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Design Thesis (ABPL90169)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Semester 2 (Early-Start)
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Overview
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This subject is the culmination of each student's studies in Master of Architecture. It will consist of a number of autonomous studio groups offering a range of opportunities for students to demonstrate an original approach to design synthesis in the relevant discipline, which is based on research and critical thinking. These studios may offer an interdisciplinary experience with students working alongside others in a parallel design discipline.
Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of design resolution, conceptual engagement and aesthetic expression.
With course coordinator approval, high-achieving students may undertake the Design Thesis as an individually supervised design investigation. Similarly, under exceptional circumstances and with course coordinator approval, the Design Thesis may be undertaken as a written thesis.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a capacity to make a contribution to the existing body of knowledge in architectural theory and practice;
- Demonstrate critical awareness of how their chosen specialisation contributes to this body of knowledge;
- Demonstrate an understanding of design as a form of research enquiry.
Generic skills
- Written, verbal and graphic presentation of ideas
- Correct use of design terminology
- Ability to analyse social and cultural contexts
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Creative response to complex problems
- Ability to select the appropriate design approach
Last updated: 31 October 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of the following courses:
MC-ARCH Master of Architecture
MC-ARCH2Y Master of Architecture (200 points)
MC-ARCH3Y Master of Architecture (300 points)
PLUS
completion of the following subject:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ABPL90115 | Master of Architecture Studio E |
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
It is recommended that Master of Architecture students complete ABPL90140 Architectural Practice prior to enrolling in this subject.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 October 2023
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Oral research presentation to studio teachers (equivalent to 1000 words)
| Week 4 | 10% |
Design presentation to studio teacher and jury panel of at least 2 other reviewers (equivalent to 1000 words), students will present their work in progress comprising physical and digital models, drawings or animations as relevant to the individual design
| Week 6 | 10% |
Design presentation to studio teacher and jury panel of at least 2 other reviewers (equivalent to 1000 words), students will present their work in progress comprising physical and digital models, drawings or animations as relevant to the individual design
| Week 9 | 10% |
Final design presentation to studio teacher and jury panel of at least 2 other reviewers (10 mins, equivalent to 1000 words -10%), students will present their final work comprising physical and digital models, drawings or animations as relevant to the individual design (equivalent to 6000 words - 60%), development of work over the course of the semester will also be included
| Week 14 | 70% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 75% of studios and pass the end of semester final oral presentation. | N/A |
Last updated: 31 October 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Principal coordinators Janet McGaw and Alexander Selenitsch Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Up to 80 hours: including 2 x 3 hours of studios per week and ballot presentation Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 28 February 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 6 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 (Early-Start) contact information
- Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Principal coordinator Janet McGaw Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours up to 80 hours: including 2 x 3 hours of studios per week and ballot presentation Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 31 July 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 7 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020 Semester 2 (Early-Start) contact information
Time commitment details
340 hours
Last updated: 31 October 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
for further information please refer to the http://edsc.unimelb.edu.au/msd-studios
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Architecture Course Master of Architecture - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 October 2023