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Phd Thesis Project

Code 15056
Year 1
Semester S2
ECTS Credits 7,5
Workload OT(9H)/S(12H)
Scientific area INVESTIGAÇÃO E CULTURA DA ARQUITETURA
Entry requirements Not applicable.
Learning outcomes The student must have a thorough knowledge of various subjects related to the theoretical corpus of Architecture. They should have research, interpretation and critical reflection skills.
Critical reflection should always take into account a relationship with History, Theory and Criticism of Architecture, in a correct analysis of styles, movements and authors.
Besides the knowledge of the theoretical corpus of Architecture, the student must have a broad knowledge of several subjects, favoring a constant transdisciplinary between Architecture, Urbanism, Heritage, Territory, Technologies and Social Sciences. Understanding of research methods, in the field of knowledge and investigation of the PhD topic, and consequent characterization of the problem to be studied.
The student must prepare his/her Project/Thesis Plan, taking into account the methodology, the state of the art, the structure of the research and the objectives intended for a work of this nature.
Syllabus In-depth study of the state of the art in the scientific field of research.
Survey of open questions for future work and characterization of the study problema itself. Preparation, presentation and discussion of the research project (thesis plan).
Main Bibliography Specific bibliography for each student, taking into account their research theme.
Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria Present to the student, in a clear way, the main theoretical concepts integrating the disciplinary body of Architecture. Make the student aware of the importance of research and analysis in project methodology, in the grounds, in the argumentation and in the critical spirit proper to Architecture Theory and, consequently, to architectural practice. Confront the student with specific cultural references of Architecture. Make architectural culture known, exercising the capacity for analysis in a constant evaluation and relationship with the historical, political, social, economic, artistic, scientific and philosophical context. Assessment: presentation of the PhD Thesis Project/Plan (written and oral) with a jury.
Language Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
Last updated on: 2024-03-26

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