History of Architecture

A.Y. 2025/2026
9
Max ECTS
60
Overall hours
SSD
ICAR/18
Language
Italian
Learning objectives
The course aims to illustrate the historical development of Western architecture from Middle Age to XX century. Specific moments and building will be presented as case-studies in relation with the theory and critic of architecture.
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding: Knowledge of Western architecture from Middle Age till today and of its connections with painting and sculpture.
Applying knowledge and understanding: Acquiring primary historical and critical skills and methods for the study, interpretation and analysis of architecture and for their contextualization.
Single course

This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.

Course syllabus and organization

Single session

Lesson period
First semester
Part C
ICAR/18 - HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours
Professor: Della Valle Mauro
Parts A and B
ICAR/18 - HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE - University credits: 6
Lessons: 40 hours