Course content

The subject is an introduction to questions in the theory of knowledge. it is divided into two parts. In part 1 the students get an overview of important tendencies in the theory of knowledge. This comprizes important dividing lines and debates between the tendencies, their most important problems and their ideas concerning valid knowledge, ways of arguing, reasons and truth. The possible application of these discussions onto the kind of knowledge that is important to the works of architects, is stressed. This is a kind of knowledge that is articulated in and through the architect´s creative work. The aim of the subject is to afford a basis for a reflexive attitude towards what are the demands for a valid presentation of this peculiar field of knowledge. As a basis for this discussion, the subject also studies parallell problems and how they are treated in other fields of knowledge. In part 2 the students examines different theories of architecture in the light of the general epistemological discussion. Amongst others, one here studies the epistemological character of different theories of architecture, how they understand themselves, the creative work and the kind of knowledge that is being articualted thorugh this.

Learning outcome

Knowledge: Knowledge about central parts of the history of knowledge and different kinds of knowledge, in particular aesthetic knowledge, as these are relevant to the discipline of architecture. Skills: To be able to reflect critically on questions in the theory of knowledge and express the reflections in written text. General knowledge: competence in the theory of knowledge as it is relevant to the PhD work.

Learning methods and activities

Seminars and exercises.

Further on evaluation

It will be announced in the start of the semester about the nature and scope of the written thesis.

Postponed examinations are usually scheduled for the next regular exam period.

Required previous knowledge

Masters degree.