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Design Thesis (ABPL90169)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Overview
Availability | Semester 1 (Early-Start) - Dual-Delivery Semester 2 (Early-Start) - Dual-Delivery |
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Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is the culmination of each student's studies in Master of Architecture. It will consist of a number of studio groups offering a range of opportunities for students to demonstrate an original approach to design synthesis, in architecture which is based on research and critical thinking. These studios will allow opportunities for self-directed research inquiries/projects.
Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of design resolution, conceptual engagement and aesthetic expression. Students will also be required to demonstrate a range of professional competencies defined in the National Standard of Competency for Architects (NSCA).
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 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of the following:
- MC-ARCH Master of Architecture
- MC-ARCH2Y Master of Architecture
- MC-ARCH3Y Master of Architecture
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Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ABPL90115 | Master of Architecture Studio E |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (Dual-Delivery - 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 January 2024
Assessment
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 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Principal coordinator Janet McGaw Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (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 25 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 4 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 Semester 1 (Early-Start) contact information
- Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Coordinator Rory Hyde Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (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 22 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 29 July 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022
Time commitment details
340 hours
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name 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 January 2024