A summer course in Bournemouth, by Arts University Bournemouth
This highly practical summer course is an ideal introduction for those with a strong interest in architecture and for students studying art, design, art history, town planning, architecture, landscape architecture and other subjects related to the built environment.
Centred around the fundamental creative processes of observation, thinking, and making, the course covers the major architectural movements and address issues of style, patronage, and national identity. You’ll consider architectural concepts of space, form, function and technology through a mixture of theory, practice and fieldwork. You’ll develop your drawing skills, whilst individual and group studio projects will allow you to explore building materials and methods of construction.
Through a series of workshops, lectures and a field trip, you’ll explore the fundamental principles of architecture and design including form, geometry, structure, colour, light and function. Learning about both traditional and contemporary analytical skills together with a general overview of architecture design, you’ll have access to 3D workshops with manual and digital manufacturing equipment and a specialised library providing a range of relevant material in architecture and the arts.
In addition to traditional drawing skills, you’ll explore digital media (including CAD) and photometric analysis of building elevations. There’ll be opportunities to visit landmarks in British architecture and design to support your studies. Taught by faculty members, industry experts and visiting speakers, the course culminates with the preparation of a professional portfolio.
When you book your course, you have the chance to add our residential package to your booking. This is a very popular option as it gives you the chance to experience life as a full-time university student and #AUBMAKER.
Residential package includes: full-board catering (breakfast, lunch and evening dinner), single study bedroom with private en-suite bathroom in AUB campus Halls of Residence, free Wi-Fi.
A full itinerary of extracurricular evening and weekend activities, including a weekend cultural excursion.
On a residential 2-week Summer Course at Arts University Bournemouth you'll have the chance to experience life as an AUB student, meet fellow creatives from across the globe, progress your artistic abilities in a supportive environment and unlock your creative voice. Perfect if you're considering further creative art and design study.
No reviews available for this provider.
