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Critical and Theoretical Studies 3 (FINA20029)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
Overview
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This subject deals with the critical formulation of vanguard “high” modernism in the 1960s and its contestation by varieties of late modernist and postmodernist art and culture which develop throughout subsequent decades up to the millennium. The course is oriented by the proposition that the reactions to high modernism invoke an “expanded field” of art during this period: with the emergence of performative modes of art and new cross-media and inter-media art forms; with a revitalized convergence of design, fashion, music, cinema and visual art; with the invention of new media; and with artistic and critical challenges to modernist doctrines of vanguard progress, authenticity and originality.
Intended learning outcomes
To provide knowledge and understanding of significant and relevant themes in the art and culture of the second half of the twentieth century; and to do so through a lucid interpretation of specific works of art and of art criticism, in their historical contexts.
Generic skills
On completing this subject students will be able to demonstrate
• An ability to comprehend and apply methods and objectives of argument, in both verbal presentation and written expression.
• An ability to conduct relevant and coherent research investigation.
• An ability to express critical responses in peer reviewing circumstances and group discussion.
Last updated: 14 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| FINA10032 | Critical and Theoretical Studies 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
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: 14 March 2025
Assessment
Additional details
- 10-minute individual class presentation, with written submission (1000 words); Class presentations take place weeks 2-9. Written submission due one week after class presentation - 30%
- Essay, 3000 words; Due week 14; 70%
- Hurdle requirement: Attendance at 80% or more of lectures and tutorials is required for the presentation and written components to be accepted for assessment purposes
Last updated: 14 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Sean Lowry Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 9 x 2 hour lectures and 9 x 2 hour tutorials Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2018 to 27 May 2018 Last self-enrol date 9 March 2018 Census date 31 March 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 4 May 2018 Assessment period ends 22 June 2018 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 14 March 2025
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
A reader comprising critical and historical texts anthologised by the co-ordinator will be available to purchase.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art) Informal specialisation Bachelor of Design Elective Subjects - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
Last updated: 14 March 2025