ARCH303 Architectural Design Studio III
ARCH303 Architectural Design Studio III
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Architecture
Alma Hudović-Kljuno
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course challenges students to solve the issues of collecting housing in connection to other functions. Students are answering to the needs of different group of users and in different cultures. Their architectural design is engaging issues of space, organization, circulation, use, structure, material and sustainability.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Lawson, B., How designers think. The design process demistyfied, Elsevier, 2006 (open source)
Additional Literature
Makstutis, G., Design Process in Architecture: From Concept to Completion, Laurence King Publishing, 2018 Neufert E. & P., Architects' data, Fourth edition, Wiley-Blackwell, 2012Teaching Methods
Face-to-face lectures and project-based learning through active tutorial sessions with continuous feedback on progress.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syllabus overview; introduction. | |
| 2 | Student presentations on built projects; | |
| 3 | Presentation of site analysis ; conducting research on the given topic | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 4 | Making program, developing concepts | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 5 | Studio work - Development of architectural concept | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 6 | Sketching exam 1 - site solution and conceptual idea | |
| 7 | Studio work | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 8 | Midterm exam | |
| 9 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | |
| 10 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 11 | Midterm presentation. | |
| 12 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 13 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 14 | Sketching exam 2 - elevations | |
| 15 | Final review. |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH303.1 | Course | Tuesday 09:00 - 14:50 | A G.27 Drawing Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00 - 16:00 | A F3.9 B |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5 6
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 6
Sketching Exams
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4 6
Midterm presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 6
Homework
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 12 ECTS credit course corresponds to 300 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lectures
4 hours ⏳ (2 week × 2 h)
Midterm presentation
32 hours ⏳ (1 week × 32 h)
Home Study
168 hours ⏳ (14 week × 12 h)
Assignments
24 hours ⏳ (2 week × 12 h)
Midterm exam
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Final exam
52 hours ⏳ (1 week × 52 h)
300 Total Workload Hours
12 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH303] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ARCH303 | Architectural Design Studio III | 1 | 5 | 12 | Tuesday 9.00-15.50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | ARCH202 | It is a prerequisite to | ARCH304 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Alma Hudović-Kljuno | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 13:00-16:00 |
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| ahudovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The course challenges students to solve the issues of collecting housing in connection to other functions. Students are answering to the needs of different group of users and in different cultures. Their architectural design is engaging issues of space, organization, circulation, use, structure, material and sustainability. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Lawson, B., How designers think. The design process demistyfied, Elsevier, 2006 (open source) | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Face-to-face lectures and project-based learning through active tutorial sessions with continuous feedback on progress. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Syllabus overview; introduction. | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Student presentations on built projects; | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Presentation of site analysis ; conducting research on the given topic | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Making program, developing concepts | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Studio work - Development of architectural concept | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Sketching exam 1 - site solution and conceptual idea | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Studio work | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Midterm presentation. | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Studio work - Development of architectural project | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Sketching exam 2 - elevations | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Final review. | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 3,4,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Sketching Exams | 2 | 20 | 2,3,4,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Midterm presentation | 1 | 20 | 3,4,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Homework | 2 | 10 | 1,2,5 | Consult Instructor | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 2 | 2 | 4 | Midterm presentation | 32 | 1 | 32 | |||
| Home Study | 12 | 14 | 168 | Assignments | 12 | 2 | 24 | |||
| Midterm exam | 20 | 1 | 20 | Final exam | 52 | 1 | 52 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 300 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 12 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 20/02/2026 | |||||||||