Summer Architecture Tour of Florence
Florence , Italy
Tuition Fee
Per course
Start Date
2024-09-02
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
28.0 days
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Architectural Design | Architectural Technology | Interior Architecture | Landscape Architecture | Architectural Engineering
Discipline
Architecture | Design
Minor
Architectural Planning | Architecture and Related Services | Urban Design Theory | Architectural History and Criticism | Architectural Sciences and Technology | Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-04 | - |
| 2024-01-15 | - |
| 2024-09-02 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Immerse yourself in the heart of Florence's architectural legacy with this 4-week summer course. Gain insights into the cultural, historical, and geographic influences that shaped Florentine architecture, and prepare for a career in architecture, design, or related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Focus: Traditional and modern analytical skills in architecture
- Objective: Understanding the "design intent" of architects and urbanists, exploring the factors influencing Florentine Renaissance architecture and its impact on subsequent generations.
- Target Audience: Students with a strong interest in Italian art, interior design, and architecture; people with a general interest in architecture and design.
- Course Level: All levels
Outline:
- Duration: 4 weeks in June
- Schedule: 3 hours per day, Monday to Thursday, 10am-1pm
- Content:
- Walking and sketching tours: Exploring Florence's architectural and urban masterpieces
- On-site visits: Analyzing the design intent and context of various architectural structures
- Learning: Florentine Renaissance architecture, its impact, and its influence on future generations
- Focus: Geographic, spatial, cultural, economic, political, and religious influences on architecture and city design
Assessment:
- Method: Unclear from the provided context.
Teaching:
- Method: Primarily through walking and sketching tours, focusing on direct learning from Florence's architecture.
Careers:
- Potential career paths: Architect, urban planner, designer, historian, educator, researcher
- Opportunities: Work in various fields related to architecture, design, and history
- Outcomes: Graduates can pursue further studies, enter the workforce, or continue their creative development.
Other:
- Materials: Students should budget 150 Euros for travel and museum access. The program is suitable for students of all levels and provides a valuable foundation for further studies or professional careers in architecture and related fields.
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