Theoretical conditions for artefacts

Design Sciences cover the study of the produced and the artificial, and of the manufacture, perception and effect of artefacts. They deal with the theoretical framework conditions of planning, designing and forming – and with the consequences of these. In the Design faculty and as part of design training, the disciplines of History of Art/Architecture/Design, Design Theory and Psychology of Design make up the ‘Designwissenschaften’ Design Sciences department. Philosophy, History of Philosophy, Aesthetics and Art Philosophy represent additional training course elements that form part of the teaching of theoretical design fundamentals.

Basis moducles (lectures)

The lectures on ‘History of Design and Architecture’ and ‘Psychology of Design’ take place in the 1st year of study, the lectures on ‘Design Theory’ in the 2nd year of study. This means that the corresponding advanced modules (BA) can be taken from the 2nd (History of Design and Architecture / Psychology of Design) or 3rd (Design Theory) year of study. Master's students can take all modules from the 1st year of study. Please note your individual study regulations. You do not have to register and will receive an e-mail in good time before the first lecture.

Advanced and in-depth modules

Advanced and in-depth modules are offered as standard week-long and ‘Kompaktwochen’ compact week-long seminars. Please note the respective enrolment procedures:

Seminars in the normal weeks: Registration by e-mail to the teacher: seminar title, name, subject, matriculation number, e-mail address, semester. You will also receive confirmation of participation by e-mail. Questions to: corresponding teacher or Michaela Anzer: ed.ellah-grub@rezna

Seminars in the ‘Kompaktwochen’ compact weeks: Registration together with the creative and artistic basics online. You will receive an e-mail in advance. Please refer to the corresponding seminar descriptions for exceptions. Questions to: ed.ellah-grub@nehcowtkapmok