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Introduction to Dissertation / Final Project

Code 17876
Year 4
Semester S2
ECTS Credits 5
Workload TP(60H)
Scientific area Arquitetura
Entry requirements N/A
Learning outcomes This introductory unit on research in architecture seeks to provide solid skills and instruments that will enable autonomy in carrying out a qualified dissertation, both methodologically and formally, as well as scientifically. The curricular unit's objectives are therefore oriented towards acquainting students with and elucidating the relevance of methodological and scientific research in architecture, as an introduction to the development of the final master’s Dissertation/Research Project of the 5th year of the course. It studies research and work stages, research methods for the project and for the theoretical reflection of architecture and the fields of development of a dissertation proposal, namely: objectives and relevance, literature review and the importance of reasoning, structure and methodology. In this sense, the main objective is to understand the relevance of and what and how architectural research is carried out.
Syllabus 1. Relevance and significance of undertaking research in Architecture:- Diversity of content, themes and formats of research in Architecture (for, on and by the architectural project);- Stages of research;- Theme, questions and state of the art;- Theoretical framework and reflection on practice;- Case studies;- Research methodologies for and by the architectural project and theory.----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. form and strategies:- Implementation strategies and tools;- Bibliographical research, documentation and fieldwork;- Bibliographical and reading management;- Academic and scientific writing;- Bibliographical format and configuration of the dissertation;- Final delivery and public defence process.
Main Bibliography Borden, I., & Ruedi, K. (2006). The Dissertation: An architecture student’s handbook. Londres: Architectural Press. -Eco, U. (2007). Como se Faz uma Tese em Ciências Humanas (13.ª ed.). Lisboa: Editorial Presença. - Groat, L. & Wang, D. (2002). Architectural Research Methods. Nova Iorque: John Wiley & Sons. Pereira, A., & Poupa, C. (2003). Como Escrever uma Tese, Monografia ou Livro Científico Usando o Word (2.ª ed.). Lisboa: Edições Sílabo.
Language Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
Last updated on: 2026-03-03

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