Architecture and Media (ABPL90368)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Summer Term |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The subject critically examines the contemporary and historical modes in which architecture engages with media. This subject will include a focus on Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in media, architectural history, game engines and experiencing virtual realms by identifying physical-virtual exchanges. The subject focuses on the theory and practice of image-making in architectural discourse specifically digital heritage using contemporary media technologies. It is structured into two parts: lectures, readings and discussion in the first half of the day, followed by a workshop format where students apply theory to practice and create historical digital narratives using new software skills in the second half of the semester. Students will develop and present the outcomes of a workshop series within the subject, including digital concept, a 3D model using AI and representations of that model in digital interactive and immersive environment.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject, students should be able to:
- Analyse important contemporary and historical examples of media in architecture, with a focus on virtual worldbuilding.
- Explain valuable aspects of the relationship between architecture and media.
- Develop a design vision using Generative AI.
- Explore digital representation through AI and narratives using gaming engines as an emerging form of media responding to contemporary design challenges, and representation of historical architectural spaces.
- Understand and appreciate AI as a media and design method.
- Develop and apply digital narratives as a tool to create digital worlds.
Generic skills
- Comprehend and discuss concepts related to architecture and media
- Learn AI software related to digital representation
- Improve a multidisciplinary approach toward a design problem
Last updated: 2 April 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into a course at the Melbourne School of Design
OR
Approval from the subject coordinator
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
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: 2 April 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Assignment 4 : Reading Analysis and leading class discussion
| Week 1 | 10% |
Assignment 1: Creation of 2D conceptual historical space using AI. Written and graphic submission including concept design and project description
| Mid-Week 2 of the teaching period | 30% |
Assignment 2: Creation of 3D heritage/building using AI. Graphic submission.
| Week 3 | 30% |
Assignment 3: Mixing AI skills learned in subject with other media. Design of Immersive Heritage Environment. Graphic submission
| 2 Weeks after the end of teaching | 30% |
Last updated: 2 April 2025
Dates & times
- Summer Term
Coordinator Annmarie Brennan Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 1 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 2 hour tutorial per week Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 22 January 2025 Pre teaching requirements Reading materials will be provided via LMS Teaching period 28 January 2025 to 18 February 2025 Last self-enrol date 23 January 2025 Census date 7 February 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 21 February 2025 Assessment period ends 4 March 2025
Time commitment details
170 Hours
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Last updated: 2 April 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
- 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.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
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
Last updated: 2 April 2025