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Paris, France - Course Descriptions - Paris through its Architecture: From Roman Paris to 1870

Course Information

Subject: Art History (ARTH), Art (ART)
Number: 200
Language of Instruction: English

Contact Hours and Credits

Semester Session: 45 contact hours, 3 semester credits, 4 quarter credits
7 Weeks Session: 45 contact hours, 3 semester credits, 4 quarter credits

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Investigates the growth patterns of Paris from Roman times through the Second Empire. Studies major monuments, pivotal points of urban design, and the vernacular architecture on site. Presents the general vocabulary of architecture, the history of French architecture and urban planning, as well as basic knowledge of French history to provide a framework for understanding the development of Paris. Students must submit one ID photo for their Louvre card which will give them free or discounted entrance to the museum. Students are responsible for other entrance and excursion fees.