ARCH377 Architectural Anthropology
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Architecture
Alma Hudović-Kljuno
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course introduces students to architectural anthropology — the study of how culture, society, and architecture interact and influence one another. Students will explore how people build, live, and use spaces in different parts of the world, and how architecture can express identity, memory, and power. 1. Understand and discuss anthropological texts related to architcture and urbanism; 2. Express opinions on various subjects oraly and in the form of essay; and 3. Conduct anthropological research on-site and present the findings.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Stender, M., Bech-Danielson, C., & Hagen, A. L. (Eds.). (2021). Architectural anthropology: Exploring lived space. Routledge.
Additional Literature
Lucas, R. (2020). Anthropology for architects: Social relations and the built environment. Bloomsbury Visual Arts.Teaching Methods
Lecturing and in class discussions
In-class exercises
Individual and team assignments
Obligatory reading texts and discussion
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course introduction; What is architectural anthropology? | |
| 2 | Dwelling/Home/House | Reading material 1 |
| 3 | Meaning of Home | Reading material 2 |
| 4 | Private/public space in home | Reading material 3 |
| 5 | 'Starchitecture' and global trends | Reading material 4 |
| 6 | Guest lecture | |
| 7 | Presentations | |
| 8 | Midterm exam | |
| 9 | What is city? | Reading material 5 |
| 10 | The use of public spaces | Reading material 6 |
| 11 | Inclusive and gender specific cities and city planning | Reading material 7 |
| 12 | Pollution and sustainability of the cities | Reading material 8 |
| 13 | Architecture and nationalism, identity, memory | Reading material 9 |
| 14 | Presentations | |
| 15 | Presentations |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH377.1 | Course | Wednesday 10:00 - 11:50 | A F3.7 - Small Architecture 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 : 3 4
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3
Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3
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 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Active tutorials
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Midterm exam
2 hours ⏳ (1 week × 2 h)
Final exam
2 hours ⏳ (1 week × 2 h)
Home study
52 hours ⏳ (13 week × 4 h)
Final exam study
4 hours ⏳ (1 week × 4 h)
Assignments
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 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 [ARCH377] 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 | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ARCH377 | Architectural Anthropology | 0 | 2 | 4 | Wednesday 10-11.50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| 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 | This course introduces students to architectural anthropology — the study of how culture, society, and architecture interact and influence one another. Students will explore how people build, live, and use spaces in different parts of the world, and how architecture can express identity, memory, and power. 1. Understand and discuss anthropological texts related to architcture and urbanism; 2. Express opinions on various subjects oraly and in the form of essay; and 3. Conduct anthropological research on-site and present the findings. |
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| Textbook | Stender, M., Bech-Danielson, C., & Hagen, A. L. (Eds.). (2021). Architectural anthropology: Exploring lived space. Routledge. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lecturing and in class discussions. In-class exercises. Individual and team assignments. Obligatory reading texts and discussion. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Course introduction; What is architectural anthropology? | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Dwelling/Home/House | Reading material 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Meaning of Home | Reading material 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Private/public space in home | Reading material 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | 'Starchitecture' and global trends | Reading material 4 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Guest lecture | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | What is city? | Reading material 5 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | The use of public spaces | Reading material 6 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Inclusive and gender specific cities and city planning | Reading material 7 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Pollution and sustainability of the cities | Reading material 8 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Architecture and nationalism, identity, memory | Reading material 9 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Presentations | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 20 | 1,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignments | 2 | 40 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Participation | 1 | 20 | 1, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Active tutorials | 2 | 14 | 28 | Midterm exam | 2 | 1 | 2 | |||
| Final exam | 2 | 1 | 2 | Home study | 4 | 13 | 52 | |||
| Final exam study | 4 | 1 | 4 | Assignments | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 20/02/2026 | |||||||||