Philosophy

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

• Situate themselves within (and in relation to) a cultural heritage by sharpening critical thinking skills,
• Reinterpret the pursuit of the ‘good life,’ central to philosophies since antiquity, within a contemporary context,
• Identify the vocabulary, conceptual tools, and key developments in the evolution of philosophy,
• Understand philosophy’s fundamental contribution to the conceptualization and practice of architecture, with the aim of contributing to a more habitable world, both individually and collectively.

General Learning Outcomes

• LO1.1 Identify the parameters and issues of a given situation.
• LO1.3 Design spaces conducive to the well-being of both human and non-human occupants.
• LO1.6 Incorporate Sustainable Development requirements into the design process, at multiple scales.
• LO4.4 Learn and explain the environmental, social, and economic consequences of architectural choices.
• LO5.1 Communicate attentively and inclusively with the various stakeholders of the architectural project.
• LO5.2 Organize individual or collective work attentively and inclusively.
• LO5.3 Advocate for exemplary architecture in light of Sustainable Development requirements.
• LO6.2 Adopt a critical attitude free from any preconceptions.