Course Title: Art History and Theory 2
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Art History and Theory 2
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
HUSO2213 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
340H Art |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017 |
HUSO2220 |
Hong Kong Arts Centre |
Undergraduate |
340H Art |
Face-to-Face |
Offsh 3 11, Offsh3 17 |
Flexible Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
HUSO2220 |
Hong Kong Arts Centre |
Undergraduate |
340H Art |
Face-to-Face |
OFFSe22018 (HA1C) |
HUSO2220 |
Hong Kong Arts Centre |
Undergraduate |
340H Art |
Face-to-Face |
OFFSe22019 (HA1C) |
HUSO2220 |
Hong Kong Arts Centre |
Undergraduate |
340H Art |
Face-to-Face |
OFFSe22020 (HA1C) |
Course Coordinator: Dr Tassia Joannides
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925-1988
Course Coordinator Email: tassia.joannides@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 2.4.7b
Course Coordinator Availability: Via Appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course introduces you to the histories, concepts, theories and practices of post-1970s art, which are relevant to contemporary art. You will focus on local examples of contemporary practice and their global contexts.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
In addition to offering students an understanding of contemporary art, this course provides the foundation for students understanding the relevance of the historical and theoretical context of contemporary culture. It aims to give students a good grasp of key terminology and techniques in writing, documentation and the basis of research. The course aims to provide students with an understanding of the importance of well-informed, independent thinking in developing a written argument, and aims to give students confidence in researching the critical and historical context of art.
In this course you will develop the following program capabilities:
- engage in autonomous and continued learning, apply new theories of practice and embrace new developments in cultural/artistic production
- develop a critically reflective arts practice, in order to continually develop, change and plan for a future that is both informed and improved by arts practice
- form, develop and implement a vision and philosophy of art as a profession, contributing to the positive development of culture in both local and international contexts
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Examine and interpret ideas, histories and practices relevant to art.
- Identify key cultural, theoretical and historical contexts that influence art
- Independently research a broad topic/theme relevant to contemporary art and appropriately use citations in writing and presentations
- Apply and communicate your knowledge and research through writing and discussion using appropriate terminology
Overview of Learning Activities
The learning activities are centred on the lectures and tutorials. The tutorials provide a forum for discussion of the lecture topic and readings. Key concepts and works will be explained and illustrated in lectures, tutorials and online resources with opportunities to discuss their use in tutorial classes. In addition, key methods in Art History & Theory such as essay writing, critical analysis and research skills will be covered in tutorials.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT University will provide you with a range of resources and tools to engage in this course. RMIT University’s online systems will also support your learning and you will have access to a wide range of online and hardcopy resources through RMIT University Library.
Supplementary notes, readings, slide lists and guides about essay writing and referencing will be posted on Canvas. A course bibliography will be posted on Canvas with a list of recommended readings.
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the learning outcomes in this course and on your development against the program capabilities. Assessment may include a range of written and oral presentations.
Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks and staff members are available for individual consultation.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
An assessment charter (http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf ) summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers. Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced in a single document: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ln1kd66y87rc.
ASSESSMENT TASKS
Exhibition Review (30%) (Learning Outcomes 1 and 2)
Class Presentation (30%) (Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Major Essay (40%) (Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4)