PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
Programme title: Final award (BSc, MA etc):
(where stopping off points exist they should be detailed here and defined later in the document)
MA Architectural History MA
UCAS code:
(where applicable)
n/a From 2007 intake onwards
Cohort(s) to which this programme specification is applicable:
(e.g. from 2008 intake onwards)
Awarding institution/body: Teaching institution: Faculty: Parent Department:
(the department responsible for the administration of the programme)
University College London University College London Built Environment Bartlett School of Architecture
Departmental web page address:
(if applicable)
http://www.bartlett.ucl.ac.uk/history_theory/programmes/ma_ah.htm
Method of study:
Full-time/Part-time/Other
Full time/modular flexible
Criteria for admission to the programme: Length of the programme:
(please note any periods spent away from UCL, such as study abroad or placements in industry)
Second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject
12 months full time; up to 60 months flexible modular M
Level on Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) (see Guidance notes) Relevant subject benchmark statement (SBS)
(see Guidance notes)
There is no relevant benchmark statement
Brief outline of the structure of the programme and its assessment methods:
(see guidance notes)
Board of Examiners:
2 core modules and 2 core option modules, all assessed by coursework; 10,000 word Report with oral examination. For module details see: http://www.bartlett.ucl.ac.uk/history_theory/programmes/ma_ah.htm i) Name of Board of Examiners: MA Architectural History
Professional body accreditation (if applicable):
n/a
Date of next scheduled accreditation visit:
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME: To introduce students to current concerns within the discipline of architectural history, particularly (though not exclusively) with regard to twentieth century architecture and urbanism; to gain the skills to produce high quality and innovative work within the discipline.
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES: The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas: A: Knowledge and understanding Knowledge and understanding of: 1.The different methods and approaches currently available to architectural history 2.Current critical and theoretical debates within architectural history th th 3.Aspects of architecture of 19 and 20 century Britain in their global context 4.The manifold experiences of the city and their various representations 5. The interrelationship of art, architectural and urban practices. 6. The relationship of ‘theory’ and ‘practice’ in art and architecture Teaching/learning methods and strategies: a)individual reading of prescribed texts b)seminar discussion c) seminar presentation d) visits to buildings e) lectures by experts
Assessment: Coursework, consisting of short exercises, classroom presentations, and longer essays for individual modules; the Report assesses ability to synthesise understanding of different forms of knowledge gained. B: Skills and other attributes Intellectual (thinking) skills: 1. Evaluate historical evidence, whether written, built or visual. 2. Analyse critically historical writing on architecture 3. Ability to make strong and persuasive arguments 4. Ability to apply critical or theoretical concepts to architectural objects 5. Ability to identify appropriate topics for research 6. Ability to see how to advance beyond existing knowledge and understandings of architectural historical issues. Teaching/learning methods and strategies: a) reading b) seminar discussion c) individual tutorials d) writing – of Report, essays and other shorter outputs
Assessment: Of coursework,; and the Report, and its associated oral examination.
C: Skills and other attributes Practical skills (able to): 1. Access the range of sources available to the historian – archival, electronic, bibliographic, cinematic, photographic, and buildings themselves. 2. Present ideas and arguments effectively, in written and verbal form. 3. Make choices of the appropriate form of output for architectural historical work. 4. Define, develop, and carry out an independent research project. Teaching/learning methods and strategies: a) lectures by experts b) practical exercises in a variety of different modes of research c) opportunities to present ideas in different media d) tutorial supervision of research dissertation
Assessment: Coursework: both short exercises, and longer essays. Report and oral exam D: Skills and other attributes Transferable skills (able to): 1. Identify appropriate resources for any given research problem. 2. Undertake research from the full range of available resources 3. Develop appropriate means of communication for any given audience 4. Present ideas clearly and persuasively. Teaching/learning methods and strategies: a) lectures b) practical exercises and classroom presentations c) written exercises and essays
Assessment: Coursework, both short exercises, classroom presentations, and longer essays; and the Report. The following reference points were used in designing the programme: the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (http://www.qaa.ac.uk/academicinfrastructure/benchmark/default.asp; the relevant Subject Benchmark Statements (http://www.qaa.ac.uk/academicinfrastructure/FHEQ/default.asp); the programme specifications for UCL degree programmes in relevant subjects (where applicable); UCL teaching and learning policies; staff research. Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each course unit/module can be found in the departmental course handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed annually by UCL and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency. Programme Organiser(s) Professor Adrian Forty Name(s): Date of Production: Date of Review: Date approved by Head of Department: 24 Sept 2007 23 June 2008
Date approved by Chair of Departmental Teaching Committee: Date approved by Faculty Teaching Committee