This optional module allows for various kinds of research studies. It is closely connected to the five units of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture and is usually part of ongoing research projects. The supervision consists of directing the students towards clear results within a given field of research. The individual study is reviewed within the respective unit.

Urbanism, Architecture & Society Unit:
This Independent Study is part of the Erasmus+ project “Socio-Eco-Hoods” and supports the preparatory work for participatory activities in the Liechtenstein work package. It centers on stakeholder mapping in the Mühleholz/Ebenholz neighborhood, aiming to identify and analyze key actors that shape spatial and social developments.Students will map associations, community initiatives, municipal organizations, or informal networks to understand their roles, interests, and interrelations—and reflect on the role the University could play in neighborhood development. Methods may include semi-structured interviews, stakeholder analysis, and visual mapping techniques. The outcome will be a clear and usable overview of the local actor landscape, supporting future collaboration, co-creation, and public engagement in the design studio and workshops. This study provides a useful tool to situate the university within the neighborhood and enhances students’ skills in actor analysis for design and participation processes.

ASSESSMENT Written Assignment (20,000 to approx. 30,000 characters (incl. spaces)) and Oral Presentation

Self-defined design or research studies, developed individually or in groups agreed upon with research units and under the guidance of mentors. The size of the module is determined by the respective unit.

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

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.

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

Individual appointments will be set with the tutor.

You can register for this independent study alone or in a group. For registration and enrolment, please get in touch with Johannes Herburger: johannes.herburger@uni.li or Cornelia Faisst: cornelia.faisst@uni.li

This optional module allows for various kinds of research studies. It is closely connected to the five units of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture and is usually part of ongoing research projects. The supervision consists of directing the students towards clear results within a given field of research. The individual study is reviewed within the respective unit.

Urbanism, Architecture & Society Unit:
This Independent Study explores the role of participatory design methods in neighborhood development. It is part of the ERASMUS+ project “SocioEcoHoods,” and students will examine different participatory design approaches, contributing to the further development of the project. Special emphasis will be placed on the use of clay storming as a participatory method.Literature and case study reviews will form the core of the study, where students will critically reflect on participatory methods, inclusivity, and power relations in participation. Optional empirical components may include testing clay storming as a participatory method with peers. The insights gained will feed into the Liechtenstein work package, particularly the participatory elements of the design studio and workshops in the Mühleholz/Ebenholz neighborhood. The study aims to equip students with tools to analyze and design participatory processes in real-world contexts.
ASSESSMENT Written Assignment (20,000 to approx. 30,000 characters (incl. spaces) and Oral Presentation

Self-defined design or research studies, developed individually or in groups agreed upon with research units and under the guidance of mentors. The size of the module is determined by the respective unit.

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

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.

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

Individual appointments will be set with the tutor.

You can register for this independent study alone or in a group. For registration and enrolment, please get in touch with Johannes Herburger: johannes.herburger@uni.li or Cornelia Faisst: cornelia.faisst@uni.li

This optional module allows for various kinds of research studies. It is closely connected to the five units of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture and is usually part of ongoing research projects. The supervision consists of directing the students towards clear results within a given field of research. The individual study is reviewed within the respective unit.

Craft & Structure Unit:
The Construction Preparation module serves as a vital bridge between the research-driven modules and the hands-on realization of the Lehmraum Liechtenstein project and the earthHUB. The students engage in interlinked areas essential for successful project delivery.
The participants develop a comprehensive project plan and schedule, defining milestones, sequencing logistics, coordinating material sourcing, and aligning on-site conditions with construction phases and seasonal constraints. This sets the structure for a clear, realistic build process. Next, in close collaboration with partners such as Lehm Ton Erde and Lenum, the group organizes material logistics—handling excavated soil, rammed-earth formwork, timber components, and lab testing.
Students plan sampling strategies and lab tests (e.g., moisture, grain size, compressive strength), ensuring soil meets structural and durability criteria before construction begins.
The module focuses on stakeholder coordination and documentation. The students rehearse communicating with industry partners and future users. They prepare annotated site plans, material inventories, and draft facilitation materials for meetings.
By module end, the students delivers a fully articulated project plan with timeline, material logistics and testing protocols, and documentation materials. These deliverables not only operationalize the scientific and design questions posed in the Lehmraum Liechtenstein project but also arm students with essential real-world skills in project management, quality assurance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and sustainable building logistics—crucial foundations for the ecological earth build that follows.

Self-defined design or research studies, developed individually or in groups agreed upon with research units and under the guidance of mentors. The size of the module is determined by the respective unit.

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

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.

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

Individual appointments will be set with the tutor.

This optional module allows for various kinds of research studies. It is closely connected to the five units of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture and is usually part of ongoing research projects. The supervision consists of directing the students towards clear results within a given field of research. The individual study is reviewed within the respective unit.

Urban Design & Spatial Development Unit:
We are happy to support your independent study projects that use our methods and approaches to pursue relevant urban and spatial development issues and to help you find your own research questions. We can offer topics for independent studies related to our research areas in the Alpine Rhine Valley and beyond.
Then get in touch with us. We look forward to working with you!

Self-defined design or research studies, developed individually or in groups agreed upon with research units and under the guidance of mentors. The size of the module is determined by the respective unit.

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

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.

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

Individual appointments will be set with the tutor.

Contact: michael.wagner@uni.li (or any menber of our unit)

This optional module, allows for various kinds of research studies in collaboration with planned or ongoing research projects. It is closely linked to the five units of the School of Architecture and is undertaken individually or in small teams of students. Supervision consists of guiding students towards clear results in a particular area of research. The research project is reviewed before a panel of experts from the supervising research unit.

Sustainable Design Unit:
Research in Sustainable Architecture – Focus on Sustainability.
What is sustainable and what is not?
This elective module invites participants to engage in an in-depth examination of sustainable building practices within the Alpine Rhine Valley. In alignment with ongoing research initiatives at the LSA, the module is dedicated to the development of a comprehensive catalogue of themes pertinent to sustainable construction. Through a rigorous comparative analysis of building certifications and broader sustainability frameworks, participants will investigate how
these themes can inform and advance sustainable architectural practices in the region. This module offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the academic discourse on sustainability
and shape the future of building practices.

Participants in this module will play a pivotal role in synthesizing an extensive overview of contemporary sustainability topics and translating these insights into a structured matrix for all relevant stakeholders in architecture and the construction industry. Beyond the analysis and research of these topics, the primary tasks will involve the integration of findings into the overarching matrix. This project is tailored for students with interests spanning technical and
economic dimensions, as well as ethical and philosophical considerations. At the outset of the project, the scope of each participant’s work will be customized according to their knowledge
base and areas of interest during the initial meeting session.

Don’t miss the chance to shape the future of sustainable building.

Research or design studies defined by research units and under the guidance of mentors, usually closely related to current research projects, developed individually or in groups. The offers of the research semester vary each semester depending on the units and are coordinated with the academic director of the Master's degree programme.

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.

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

Individual appointments will be set with the tutor; group projects are also possible, as well as group work with individual submissions;

Start, final submission and presentation can be individually
defined with the respective tutors.

Registration via the intranet of the University of Liechtenstein is not binding and is only valid in combination with the written consent of the respective unit. This applies to all Individual Electives in the Master's degree programme in Architecture.

This optional module allows for various kinds of research studies. It is closely connected to the five units of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture and is usually part of ongoing research projects. The supervision consists of directing the students towards clear results within a given field of research. The individual study is reviewed within the respective unit.

Built Heritage & Upcycling Unit:
We welcome projects that critically engage with themes such as adaptive reuse, circular design, and the transformation of the built environment. Whether you‘re developing your own research
question or exploring a topic connected to our ongoing investigations – we‘re here to support you throughout the process.

Let’s exchange ideas – we look forward to hearing from you!

Self-defined design or research studies, developed individually or in groups agreed upon with research units and under the guidance of mentors. The size of the module is determined by the respective unit.

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

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.

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

Individual appointments will be set with the tutor.

Group projects are also possible, as well as group work with individual submissions.

The sustainable operation within a complex architectural or urban environment is critically analysed and applied. The Bachelor’s Thesis students take part in one of the Advanced Studios within the Bachelor´s degree programme. The thesis includes a developed hypothesis which is verified (or falsified) within the context of a design project.

Guided project work in the design studio. A seminar week focussing on the studio topic is an integral part of the design studio.

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

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.

Successful completion of all four foundation studios and one Advanced Studio within the Bachelor's degree programme.

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance, continuous assessment, midterm and final reviews.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: design project (60%), final presentation (20%) and thesis book (20%).

The Bachelor's Thesis comprises the design and production of the Bachelor's thesis book, in which the entire research and design process of the design project is documented. The formal aspects of the Bachelor's Thesis are described in the Bachelor's Thesis regulations. The thesis book can be written in German or English.

The Advanced Studio - Urban Design & Spatial Development focuses on the design of urban spaces and systems in various densely populated territories. Students develop urban design projects that are generated from prototypical solution approaches, strategic intervention methods and the physical realities of the city. The foundations for understanding urban transformation processes are laid and thinking on different scales is encouraged.

Guided project work in the design studio. A seminar week focussing on the studio topic is an integral part of the design studio.

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.

BSc AR 24: Successful completion of all four foundation studios (Grundlagenstudios)
MSc AR 24: none

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance, continuous assessment, midterm and final reviews.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: design project (80%) and final presentation (20%).

Das Modul Grundlagen des Wirtschaftsrechts und Corporate Governance baut auf den im Modul Einführung in das Recht erworbenen Rechtskenntnissen auf und erweitert diese um wesentliche Aspekte aus folgenden Bereichen:

• Aktiengesellschafts- und GmbH-Recht
• Corporate Governance
• Kapitalmarktrecht
• Stiftungs- und Anstaltsrecht
• Trustrecht
• Erbrecht
• Arbeitsrecht
• Handelsrecht
• Zivilprozessrecht
• Strafrecht und im Speziellen Wirtschaftsstrafrecht
• Internationales Gesellschaftsrecht

Durch die Vorlesung können die Studierende volkswirtschaftliche Zusammenhänge anhand von makroökonomischen Modellen analytisch, grafisch und verbal erklären. Sie können ihr makroökonomisches Verständnis nutzen, um aktuelle Ereignisse wie auch wirtschaftspolitische Massnahmen ökonomisch einordnen, analysieren und beurteilen.

Themen der Vorlesung:

I. Einführung
1. Makroökonomische Fragestellungen
2. Makroökonomische Daten und Volkswirtschaftliche Gesamtrechnung

II. Kurze Frist
3. Gütermarkt
4. Geld- und Finanzmärkte
5. IS-LM Modell

III. Mittlere Frist
6. Arbeitsmarkt
7. AS-AD Modell
8. Phillipskurve
9. IS-LM-PC-Modell
10. Geldmengenwachstum, Inflation und Produktion

IV. Lange Frist
11. Wachstum - Stilisierte Fakten
12. Produktion, Sparen und der Aufbau von Kapital
13. Wachstum und technischer Fortschritt

V. Anwendungen
14. Aktuelle Themen im Bereich Geld- und Fiskalpolitik
15. Konjunktur- und Wachstumsanalyse anhand aktueller Beispiele

In der interaktiven Vorlesung werden die Grundkonzepte der zu behandelnden Inhalte eingeführt und an Hand von Anwendungen verdeutlicht und interpretiert. Im Unterrichtsgespräch werden die Studierenden animiert, die Lerninhalte anzuwenden, zu übertragen und kritisch zu reflektieren sowie die Stärken und Schwächen der modelltheoretischen Grundlagen herauszuarbeiten.

• Zu jedem Themenschwerpunkt werden Übungsaufgaben bzw. wissenschaftliche Texte bereitgestellt, die den Vorlesungsstoff wiederholen, vertiefen bzw. ergänzen.
• Es wird vorausgesetzt, dass sich alle Studierende zur jeweiligen Veranstaltung in die Übungsaufgaben bzw. in die bereitgestellte Literatur einarbeiten.

Durch Übungssequenzen in der Vorlesung können die Lehrinhalte sofort angewendet und übertragen werden.

Ergänzend werden Übungsbeispiele für das Selbststudium und die vertiefende Vorbereitung auf die Vorlesung angeboten.

Ziel der Vorlesung ist, das methodische Rüstzeug zu vermitteln, das zur Analyse makroökonomischer Fragestellungen (Wechselkurse, Zinsen, Inflation, Fiskal- und Geldpolitik, Geldtheorie) benötigt wird.

Für die Anmeldung zum Modul Volkswirtschaftslehre III muss das Modul Volkswirtschaftslehre I erfolgreich absolviert sein.