Cambridge University

The examination for the course in History and Philosophy of Architecture consists of:
(i) a thesis, of not more than 20,000 words in length, excluding appendices and bibliography, on a topic approved by the Degree Committee for the Faculty of Architecture and History of Art;
three essays, each of not more than 5,000 words, on topics lo [...]

Architecture, particularly in its integrative role in culture, is nowadays seriously challenged by specialised research and short-term interests. This one-year M.Phil, course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of architecture, rooted in the humanities. This is undertaken through a study of history – the most fundamental access to the reality of architecture – and of [...]

The issue of environmental design in architecture has, in recent years, assumed great significance. This one-year course, leading to an M.Phil., offers students from a wide range of academic backgrounds the opportunity to acquire and develop skills and to pursue interests in this field. The course works on a broad front, equal emphasis being placed [...]

The M.Phil, aims to explore the relationship between Architecture and the Moving Image through a combination of theoretical seminar-based work and practical workshop exercises and production.
The course examines the changing face of architectural production in the age of digital media, with particular reference to narrativity, historical and artistic conventions, and the emerging virtual environment.
The seminars [...]

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Research in the Department is conducted in a number of areas including aspects of architectural history and theory, CAD as a communication medium, environmental studies (energy efficiency, passive solar design, acoustics, affects of buildings on health and environmental engineering of building components), urban morphology, land use and transportation, [...]