WOMEN IN THE CITY

By the end of the course, participants will:

• acquire key concepts and vocabulary in architecture, urban studies, and feminist spatial theory;
• critically analyze public and domestic spaces through the lenses of gender and care;
• reflect on their own spatial experiences using a sensitive and embodied approach;
• apply qualitative research methods, including observation, interviews, and typological analysis;
• develop skills in collaborative fieldwork, critical discussion, and the communication of research findings for the „Open.Atelier“.

Upon successful completion, participants will receive 3 ECTS.

• The course is open to anyone committed to gender equality (according the UN-goals Goal 5: Gender equality) and interested in architecture, urban design, and the social production of space.
• Students from all disciplines are welcome.
• Curiosity, openness to collaborative work, and a willingness to engage in critical reflection and field research are expected.

Elodie Vittu & Aurélie Martel

Your application should be submitted until November 2nd, 2026. It should include:

• Letter of Nomination (applicants financed by the BIP scholarship from the partner universities)
• CV
• Portfolio (optional)
• English language certificate (optional)
   

In addition to the documents listed above, you will be asked to answer questions and/or complete tasks related to your motivation as part of the online application process.

The course fee is 300 EURO and includes:

• Orientation & Support
• Programme according to description
• Teaching materials
• Certificate
• Free use of library

The course fee does not include:

• Travel costs
• Accommodation
• Insurance
   

Participants, coming from the partner universites in the framework of Erasmus BIP scholarship and BUW students don't pay the course fee.