Study programme

Architecture and Urban Development

Academic Year 2023/24

Abbreviation: N-P-C-A Code: N3504 Type of study: Master's Language of instruction: Czech

Awarded degree: Ing. arch.

Level of qualification: master's (second level)

Awarded qualification: Ing. arch. in the field of "Architecture and Urban Development"

Accreditation:

Field of Study

Architecture and Urban Development

Abbreviation: ARS

Program: Architecture and Urban Development

Profile

The consecutive master’s study programme Architecture and Settlement Development with the Architecture Planning specialisation and a standard 2-year study duration follows on from four-year bachelor’s courses with a similar focus on architecture. During their studies, students will become familiar with the newest scientific and technical findings in all their complex mutual interconnectivity and are guided towards the creation of independent architectural and engineering work. They apply the knowledge gained in individual subjects in individually assigned architectural and technical tasks drawn from the issues of their field of study. Students extend the theoretical foundation gained during their bachelor’s studies with additional theoretical knowledge. This serves as a basis for specialised subjects from various fields taken according to students’ specialisations, with a primary focus on the studied field of Architecture Planning. Economics subjects are also represented in the syllabus. During the course of the students’ studies, emphasis is placed on the independent creation of architectural and engineering work. After graduation, students are capable of independently solving even demanding specialised problems and are thus prepared for their careers in architecture or engineering branches in industry.

Learning outcomes

Graduates from the consecutive master’s study programme Architecture and Settlement Development with a specialisation in Architecture Planning have gained highly specialised (theoretical and professional) knowledge in the studied field. They are capable of applying their knowledge in dealing with the issues of their field and specialisation. They are capable, within the scope of skills gained during their studies, of solving even demanding specialised problems and so are prepared for their careers in architecture or engineering branches in industry. As highly-qualified specialists, graduates from this programme are able to hold high positions as architects, engineers and managers, and successfully perform the functions required of them. They are equipped with the skills they need to solve even complex architectural and technical problems, and not only during the architectural design of structures, but also during their preparation and realization. They are able to direct the development of urban settlements from the technical and economic point of view, and also from the environmental and aesthetic perspective. They are familiar with the new situation in the development of urban settlements arising from the membership of the Czech Republic in the European Union. Within the context of professional competence, after gaining the stipulated amount of work experience, graduates of the consecutive master’s study programme Architecture and Settlement Development can gain certification. They are then certified architects capable of directing complex architectural, technical and professional activities and projects, and taking responsibility for their quality. They are also able to take responsibility for the professional management of individuals and groups.

Guarantor

Structure of courses

1st year / Winter Semester / compulsory courses

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
TG03 Professional Practical Training 1560 30 Cr

1st year / Summer Semester / compulsory courses

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
TG01 Urban Planning Studio 10 GCr
TG06 Urban Planning in the Czech Rep. and EU 2 1 4 Cr,Ex
TG07 Structural Policy of the EU 1 1 2 Cr,Ex
TG11 Basics of Economy 3 3 Ex
TM01 Urban Engineering I 2 1 3 GCr
TY01 Social Communication 1 1 2 GCr

1st year / Summer Semester / compulsory-optional courses / required 2 courses

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
TG51 Architecture of Engineering Constructions 2 1 3 Cr,Ex
TG52 Cultural Values in Towns in History and the Present 1 2 3 Cr,Ex
TG53 Specialized Excursion 96 3 GCr
TH51 Sustainable Building 2 1 3 Cr,Ex
TY51 History and Philosophy of Technology 2 1 3 GCr
TY52 Pedagogy for Engineers 2 1 3 GCr

2nd year / Winter Semester / compulsory courses

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
BY51 Intermediate Level English (exam) 2 Ex
TE01 Geographical Information Systems 1 2 3 GCr
TG08 Environmental Economy 2 2 Ex
TG12 Specialised Studio 10 GCr
TV06 Public Structural Investments 2 2 4 Cr,Ex
TY02 Law for Architects 2 2 Cr

2nd year / Winter Semester / compulsory-optional courses / required 1 course

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
TG54 Theory and Practice of Architectural Design 2 1 3 GCr
TG55 Tradition and the New Urbanism 2 1 3 GCr
TM51 transportation urbanism 1 2 3 GCr
TY53 Ethics in Business 2 1 3 GCr

2nd year / Winter Semester / compulsory-optional courses / required 1 course

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
TM02 Urban engineering II 2 1 3 Cr,Ex
TP01 Urban engineering II 2 1 3 Cr,Ex

2nd year / Winter Semester / compulsory-optional courses / required 1 course

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
TG09 Regional economy and policy 2 1 3 Cr,Ex
TV09 Regional Economy and Policy 2 1 3 Cr,Ex

2nd year / Summer Semester / compulsory courses

Code Title Lectures
hours/week
Practices
hours/week
Fieldwork
hours/semester
Credits Completion
TG10 Diploma Project 28 Cr