From: novak@vitruvius.ar.utexas.edu (Marcos Novak)
Subject: EDUC: New Graduate Program in Architecture+Art+Technology
Originator: hlab@stein.u.washington.edu
Organization: School of Architecture, University of Texas at Austin
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 1992 08:02:29 GMT



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ANNOUNCEMENT [Note post-modern flair...]
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ADVANCED DESIGN RESEARCH
Master of Architecture Post-Professional Program
Master of Science in Architectural Studies Program

Professor Marcos Novak, Director
novak@vitruvius.ar.utexas.edu

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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE 
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

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This program is for students who are interested in exploring the ways
in which advances in science, technology, theory and criticism are
extending the range of the possible in the conception, production,
execution and inhabitation of architecture. Emphasis is on pure rather
than applied research, but this is advanced primarily through
empirical and production-oriented methods, that is, through the
experimentation with, the simulation, production, and testing of works
such as drawings, models, prototypes, environments, performances,
computer programs, etc., as well as their documentation. The aim of
the program in Advanced Design Research is to anticipate and encourage
developments in architectural theory and practice, to advance the body
of architectural knowledge, and to produce researchers, artists, and
practitioners capable of facing the challenges of an information era.

Topics of study that students may pursue include: 

        Computation and Composition; 
        Music and Architecture; 
        Shape Grammars and Other Formal Systems; 
        Algorithmic Aesthetics; 
        Art, Architecture and Technology; 
        The Architecture of Cyberspace and Virtual Worlds; 
        Embodied Virtuality; 
        Intelligent Agents and Systems; 
        Multi-Media(ted) Spaces; 
        Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems in Design; 
        Architecture and Artificial Life (Generative Methods);
        Architecture and Complexity; 
        Advances in Architectural Visualization; 
        Implications of Advances in Science and Technology; 
        The Poetics of New Technologies.

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Prerequisites:

Applicants are expected to have either a strong background in the arts
and documented interest and ability in the sciences, or a strong
background in the sciences and documented interest and ability in the
arts.

The prerequisites listed below are given as an indication of the kind
of preparation we are expecting They should not be seen as prohibitive.
Individuals with different backgrounds in related areas are encouraged
to apply.

        *** Evidence of creative work in primary field of study
        *** Evidence of creative work in secondary field of study;
        *** Statement of intent;
        *** Letters of recommendation;
        *** Consultation;

*** Students with Architecture and Architecture Theory backgrounds

3       Mathematics
3       Computer Programming
3       Physics
3       Art or Music Studio

*** Students with Art, Design, and Music backgrounds

3       Mathematics or Physics
3       Computer Programming
3       History of Architecture
6       Architecture Studio

*** Students with Mathematics and Science backgrounds

3       Computer Programming 
6       Architecture, Art or Music Studio 
3       Architecture, Art or Music History or Theory

*** Students with Computer Science backgrounds

3       Architecture or Art History
3       Architecture, Art or Music Studio
3       Architecture, Art or Music Theory

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Course Requirements

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Option A (M.S.A.S.)

Hours   Course(s)

9               Theory of Architecture (ARC386K,L, M)
3               Research Methods and Topics Seminar (ARC 386N)
3               Music of Architecture Seminar (ARC 389 or 386M)
3               Poetics of New Technologies (ARC 389 or 386M)
6               Minor
6               Thesis (ARC 698)

30 hours

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Option B (M.S.A.S.) or M. Arch. [Post-prof.])

Hours   Course(s)

6               Theory of Architecture (ARC 386 K, L or L,M or K, M)
3               Research Methods and Topics Seminar (ARC 386N)
3               Music of Architecture Seminar (ARC 389 or 386M)
3               Poetics of New Technologies (ARC 389 or 386M)
6               Advanced Design Studio (ARC 696) 
3               Independent Study (ARC 389)
6               Minor
6               Thesis (ARC 698)

36 hours


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For further information contact: 

Graduate Studies in Architecture
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE 
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
Austin, Texas, 78712-1160
Telephone:      (512) 471-1922
Fax:            (512) 471-0716

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