Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Thesis: Design | ||
Code | ARCH723 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr A Agkathidis Architecture Asterios.Agkathidis@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 7 FHEQ | Summer (June-September) | 60 |
Aims |
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To develop and practice academic skills in identifying a current design problem, formulating an analysis strategy, managing the design process and drawing relevant conclusions from the design project and response to any research findings. To develop the idea of an architectural design as a vehicle to apply research study and information drawn from architectural literature. To develop a deeper understanding in depth of a relevant body of design precedent and literature. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) To identify an appropriate research topic that can be investigated and reported on through sources of information that be in the form of written and/or design output. |
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(LO2) To design an effective project using appropriate methods (e.g. literature review, case study) and techniques. |
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(LO3) To manage the research process effectively within given resources and meeting milestones on time. |
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(LO4) To gain a deeper understanding of a particular topic in a chosen subject area. |
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(LO5) To form independent and objective views on issues in a specialised subject area. |
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(LO6) To produce a well-conceived, appropriate, well-supported and well-executed design project or agreed product. |
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(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice. |
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(S2) Improving own learning/performance - Self-awareness/self-analysis. |
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(S3) Improving own learning/performance - Personal action planning. |
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(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral. |
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(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written. |
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(S6) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - visual. |
Syllabus |
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Varies from year to year according to the chosen theme of the module and course. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Tutorial Teaching Method 2 - Assessment Assessed by studio tutorial staff involved, moderated by other school staff and external examiner |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
95 |
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96 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 504 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 600 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :summer | 0 | 100 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |