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Art, Market and Methods (AHIS20018)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Overview
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This subject deals with the creation and the reception of the work of art. It commences in 15th century Italy with an examination of the organisation of artists' workshops and concludes by analysing the relationships between contemporary artists, their materials and markets. Topics in the subject are varied but will focus around certain key issues: the changing status of the artist, the determination of authenticity and value, and the role of materials and markets in the construction of meaning.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of the subject, students should have:
- demonstrated an understanding of the changing role of artists and art objects within society;
- demonstrated an understanding of issues raised by the creation and reception of works of art from the Renaissance to the present day;
- a familiarity with the ethical and theoretical issues raised by the authentication and valuation of works of art;
- developed oral skills for the discussion of the physical and commercial aspects of the work of art and develop skills in essay writing relevant to this subject; and
- developed skills in research with the specialist primary and secondary source material in this subject.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following generic skills:
- be able to research through the competent use of the library and other information sources, and be able to define areas of inquiry and methods of research in the preparation of essays;
- be able to conceptualise theoretical problems, form judgements and arguments and communicate critically, creatively and theoretically through essay writing, tutorial discussion and presentations;
- be able to communicate knowledge intelligibly and economically through essay writing and tutorial discussion;
- be able to manage and organise workloads for recommended reading, the completion of essays and assignments and examination revisions; and
- be able to participate in team work through involvement in syndicate groups and group discussions.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
106-241 Art, Market and Methods
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Assessment
Additional details
- A 1,000 word exercise (15%), due during the semester
- A 1,500 word research essay (40%), due during the semester
- A 1,500 word take home examination (45%), due in the examination period
- This subject has a minimum hurdle requirement of 80% attendance and regular participation in tutorials. Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked. All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total 30 hours: A 1 hour lecture and a 1.5 hour tutorial per week. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Further information
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Prescribed texts
A subject reader will be available.
- Subject notes
Students who have completed 107-031 or 670-347 Art and the Market: Then and Now or 106-241 Materials and Techniques of Art are not eligible to enrol in this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation 200 Point Master of Arts and Cultural Management Informal specialisation 200 Point Master of Art Curatorship Informal specialisation Graduate Diploma in Arts - Art History Major Art History Informal specialisation Graduate Certificate in Arts - Art History - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
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- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 27 April 2024