Preliminary Study: Built Heritage and Upcycling

Study Programmes

Masterstudiengang Architektur (MSc AR 19) (01.09.2019)

Masterstudiengang Architektur (MSc AR 24) (01.09.2024)

Project Description

This module, optionally to be undertaken in the third semester, serves as a basis for an individual Master’s Thesis, if successfully completed with a minimum grade of 5.0. The sustainable operation within a self-chosen area is critically analysed and applied. It contains a research question, an in-depth theoretical investigation as well as a conceptual outline for a Theoretical Report and a Technical Report. In the Preliminary Study the supervision consists of directing the preparation of the thesis proposal and the research design as well as the development of the student’s clear conceptual position. The Preliminary Study needs to be completed at the University of Liechtenstein and is reviewed before a panel of experts of the related research unit.

Teaching Method

The Preliminary Study, optionally to be undertaken in the third semester, serves as a basis for an individual Master’s Thesis. It contains a research question and a theoretical investigation that serve as a conceptual outline for the Theoretical and Technical Report of the aspired Master’s Thesis. Site, programme and user profile for a design proposal are evaluated and proposed.

Learning Objectives

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to

Literature

Relevant reading will be made available at the beginning of the course. A list of recommended literature will be announced in the course and updated on an ongoing basis.

Assessment Methods

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance, continuous assessment and regular meetings with instructors.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: final submission (80%) and oral presentation (20%).

Module number:

6112227

Semester:

SS 26

ECTS Credits:

Courses:

12 L / 9 h

Self-study:

171 h

Sprache:

Englisch

Scheduled Semester:

1-2-3