Master in Architecture And Urban Design Ba (master)

The Architecture and Urban Design programme starts with a focus on 'Design and Construction' and combines it with lectures on 'technology' and 'theory' to explore both the small house and the landscape. Students begin by examining the building type and site (genius loci) before moving on to integrating the house into the urban fabric and ultimately designing an urban quarter in the fourth semester.

The programme is structured around the central theme of urban architecture, with a significant emphasis on the interplay between design, landscape architecture, and urban planning. Students engage with the architectural heritage of Potsdam and Berlin, which is marked by a classical understanding of architecture and a legacy of classical modernism. The programme aims to develop students' ability to work independently and critically with these traditions, fostering an understanding of architecture as a synthesis of various disciplines.

The curriculum features a strong emphasis on design, with a sequence of design-focused modules that encourage students to explore different scales of architecture, from small houses to urban quarters. Throughout the programme, students are encouraged to engage with the local context and historical precedents, which inform their design work. The programme also includes a mandatory internship and the opportunity to study abroad, fostering a global perspective on architecture and urban design.

Unique Aspects

Potsdam's legacy of classical modernism is highlighted, with Berlin being the capital of classical modernism. The programme emphasizes the synthesis of architecture and urban planning, with a focus on the interplay between design, landscape architecture, and urban planning.