Dive into architecture as culture, technology, and representation. Perfect for applicants who want to strengthen a portfolio, broaden academic background, or explore architecture before applying to programs.
What you’ll learn
•How to read, analyze, and understand different forms of architectural representation.
•Social and historical contexts behind major buildings.
•Basic principles to produce your own architectural drawings and models.
•Content useful for academic study or a professional career in architecture.
Course highlights
•Course title: The Architectural Imagination
•Platform: edX
•Dates: Nov 11, 2024 - Dec 10, 2025
•Pace: Self-paced 3–5 hours / week
•Level: Introductory (Art & Design / Art History)
•Credit / Price: For free; Verified Certificate - $249
Instructors
K. Michael Hays; Erika Naginski; Antoine Picon; Lisa Haber-Thomson - faculty from Harvard GSD.
Why this is a great opportunity
•Strong academic brand (Harvard GSD) for your CV/portfolio.
•Mix of visual analysis + hands-on drawing/modeling - useful for admissions essays and portfolios.
•Flexible timing: choose free audit or pay for a verified certificate.
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