The course provides a basic orientation in architecture through experimentation, project-based learning, and theoretical reflection. The course explores the concepts of the human body relating to form, scale, function, and space, and the student will apply basic skills and tools, such as sketching, drawing and model-making. Students will learn to work with iterative and experimental design processes, concepts of sustainability and tools to communicate an architectural project.
Application and eligibility
This course contains occasions that are included in a degree programme at Umeå university and applies only to those of you who are admitted to the programme. You will receive information about application times and what applies to you from your institution.
General entry requirements and Mathematics 3b or 3c or Mathematics C, Science Studies 2, Civics 1b or 1a1+1a2. Science Studies can be replaced by Chemistry 1 and Physics 1a or 1b1+1b2.
Entry requirements
