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Design Thesis (ABPL90169)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Semester 2 (Early-Start)
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 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: 12 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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No longer available | |||
ABPL90439 | Design Studio E |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
AND
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ABPL90438 | Design Studio D |
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
No longer available |
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: 12 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Preliminary Thesis Proposal: Oral presentation (7 minutes) of research questions, accompanied by critical evaluation of relevant precedents from practice and research, and a draft 'thesis statement'
| Week 4 | 10% |
Interim design: Design crit comprising oral presentation (7 minutes) of refined research question accompanied by representations of design-in-progress, that might include including site investigations, sketches, drawings, maquettes, concept test models and/or digital multi-media experiments, as appropriate to the research.
| Week 8 | 20% |
Resolved Design: Fully resolved architectural design thesis that explores the research question presented in two forms: A5 digital book that records the research investigation through text and visual representations that may include drawings, digital multi-media and physical models as appropriate to the design; and Design crit (10 minutes)
| During the teaching period | 70% |
Last updated: 12 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Principal coordinator Stuart Harrison Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Up to 80 hours: including 2 x 3 hours of studios and 8 x 1 hour lectures over the teaching period Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 23 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 1 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 (Early-Start) contact information
- Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Principal coordinator Rory Hyde Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Up to 80 hours: including 2 x 3 hours of studios and 8 x 1 hour lectures over the teaching period Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 19 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 26 July 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 (Early-Start) contact information
Time commitment details
340 hours
What do these dates mean
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- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
- And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Last updated: 12 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- 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: 12 April 2024