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AD208V International History of Architectural Conservation 7.5 credits

The objective of the course is to convey basic knowledge of the history and theory of architectural restoration during the 19th and 20th century in Europe and the world. One important focus is the discourse on World Heritage.

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Course syllabus as PDF

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Course syllabus AD208V (Autumn 2010–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus AD208V (Autumn 2010–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

The theory and history of architectural conservation on an international level is conveyed through a series of lectures. Course literature is discussed and examined at seminars. An individual assignment, which deals with course literature and an optional case study, is included in the course.

Intended learning outcomes

The objective of the course is to convey basic knowledge of the history and theory of architectural restoration during the 19th and 20th century in Europe and the world. One important focus is the discourse on World Heritage.

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

  • 60 hp university studies within architecture, architectural conservation or humanities
  • Documented proficiency in Swedish B and English A or equivalent

Literature

Literature is announced at course start.

Examination and completion

Grading scale

P, F

Examination

  • MOM1 - 75% Participation, 0.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
  • TEN1 - Examination, 7.5 credits, grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Other requirements for final grade

  • MOM1 - 75% Participation, grade scale: P, F
  • TEN1 - Examination, 7.5 credits, grade scale: P, F

To obtain the grade passed on the whole course, both moments have to be passed.

Examiner

Ethical approach

  • All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
  • In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
  • In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further information

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

Main field of study

Architecture

Education cycle

Second cycle