Introduction to the basic theories and conceptual frameworks that define the emergence of architectural works. Reviewing the relationship of architecture and the wider social and cultural context. Development of synthesis opinions about architecture. The establishment and development of critical observation, study, analysis and evaluation of architectural structures. Establishing a capability of applying synthesis on architecture.

Ability to act individually or in a team in the field of architecture theory and criticism.

Theories and conceptual frameworks in architecture. The problem of the role, position, identity and potential of architectural structures. Types and forms of architectural structures (the structures, projects and studies, competition projects, ephemeral and spatial structure, texts and publications ...). Forms of action in architecture (design and construction, history, theory and criticism, education, communication in architecture ...). The program in architecture as well as theoretical and phenomenological question. Architectural form - content, function and meaning. Architectural language - reading and writing. The concept and theory of criticism. Types of critical texts. Analytical theoretical frameworks. Ways of writing critical text.

Lectures; Practice; Workshops. Term paper and oral examination.