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ARCH71-135: Architecture and Urbanism of Asia Pacific

Description

This subject covers the history of world architecture and urbanism from the early days of humans as builders till most recent architectural phenomena today. Because the first semester subject, entitled World Architecture and Urbanism, focuses on other areas, this second semester subject is mainly concerned with architecture in Asia and the Pacific region, including Australia. The goal in examining aesthetic concepts; philosophical, social and environmental issues; vernacular typologies and indigenous cultures; materials; construction methods; as well as evolution of science and technology, is to provide a framework for critical evaluations and analyses of architectural and urban design. There is strong emphasis on linking the discussed, interrelated examples and theories with the cultural, social and environmental imperatives of the 21st century. Significant concepts, works, architects, planners, and contexts are highlighted for precedent studies and future referrals in order to develop the students’ design thinking skills.

Subject details

Type: Postgraduate Subject
Code: ARCH71-135
EFTSL: 0.125
Faculty: Faculty of Society and Design
Semesters offered:
  • May 2025 [Standard Offering]
Credit: 10
Study areas:
  • Architecture
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2024: $5,250.00
  • Commencing in 2025: $5,360.00
  • Commencing in 2024: $5,880.00
  • Commencing in 2025: $6,150.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Advanced understanding of major theories, movements, trends, procedures, systems, design thinking and methods in the development of architecture and built environment within its historical and geographic context.
  2. Critically evaluate and analyse a given precedent study by means of oral and visual presentation, and a written research essay.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of vernacular and indigenous design and culture embedded in building activities.
  4. Critically analyse and evaluate precedent studies to inform design practice.
  5. Participate and demonstrate autonomy and self-reflection in contributing to debates on architectural discourse.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil

Assumed knowledge:

Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.

Restrictions:

Subject dates

  • Standard Offering
    Enrolment opens: 23/03/2025
    Semester start: 19/05/2025
    Subject start: 19/05/2025
    Last enrolment: 01/06/2025
    Teaching census: 13/06/2025
    Withdraw - Financial: 14/06/2025
    Withdraw - Academic: 05/07/2025
Standard Offering
Enrolment opens: 23/03/2025
Semester start: 19/05/2025
Subject start: 19/05/2025
Last enrolment: 01/06/2025
Teaching census: 13/06/2025
Withdraw - Financial: 14/06/2025
Withdraw - Academic: 05/07/2025