The course examines recent historical and contemporary examples of written and journalistic criticism of architecture, including selected writings by Australian and overseas critics. Key discursive techniques are discussed as well as major critical themes, along with thematic categories in architectural writing over the past three centuries. A selection of the work of Australian and international writers and critics will be presented and discussed. Some seminars will be offered by active Australian architectural writers, journalists and critics. Assessment by two essays. Course may be offered in compact mode, including weekends.