RISEBA Architecture Students on Study Practice in Dortmund
In April, 3rd-year students of the RISEBA Bachelor’s programme “Architecture” travelled to Germany for a study practice to gain first-hand insight into the urban environment of Dortmund and the Ruhr region. The trip, funded within the framework of the Erasmus+ programme as a short-term student mobility, combined academic work, international collaboration, and hands-on site research.
From April 14 to 18, students from RISEBA’s Bachelor’s program in Architecture participated in a study trip to Dortmund as part of the Architecture IV speculative urban design studio, titled “From Dystopia to Eco-Utopia.”
During the practice, students explored Dortmund’s architecture, urban structure, and the broader development context of the Ruhr region. The programme included both analysis of the city’s infrastructure and in-depth research of a specific project site, where students conducted on-site observations, photo documentation, and sketching, comparing their findings with previously developed analytical materials.
A significant part of the experience was a visit to the Technical University of Dortmund, where students presented their midterm projects, familiarised themselves with the local academic process, and engaged in discussions with faculty and students. The visit concluded with a networking session that highlighted potential opportunities for future collaboration.
This international study practice provided students with an opportunity to broaden their professional perspective, strengthen analytical skills, and gain valuable experience in a real urban environment.
