Short courses

Summary

Scotland has a rich tradition of architecture, from the prehistoric settlements of Skara Brae and Kilmartin, through Gothic cathedrals and Renaissance castles and palaces, to the Victorian splendour of our city centres and beyond. This course offers case studies of ten significant structures in Scotland, including the contentious Scottish Parliament building. We’ll discuss the buildings themselves, the people who planned them, their historic and social contexts, the uses to which they were put, and the meanings they have had over the years.  

Areas you'll explore include: 

• The architectural history of Scotland, through ten case studies of significant structures. 
• How the various structures discussed in the course fit within their various architectural, historical and cultural contexts  

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to: 

• Identify the key architectural styles encountered in Scotland, as evident through the case studies. 
• Describe and discuss the social, political and cultural influences on Scottish architecture. 
• Place Scottish buildings within their time frame and context. 

The follow-on course is 

Palaces of Industry: exploring Glasgow’s industrial architecture ADED11627