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Critical and Theoretical Studies 2 (FINA10032)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Southbank)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject focuses on the concept of modernity in culture and society, particularly as it fashioned the art of the later nineteenth century and twentieth century with a wave of successive avant-gardes, and which we identify as “modernism”.
Students will explore language and methods for critically describing and interpreting works of art, using examples from the modern era. Through study of select works of art, students examine historical, social, cultural and political contexts.
Developing from Critical and Theoretical Studies 1, this subject introduces more advanced modes of critical interpretation of the visual arts. Critical and Theoretical Studies 2 includes an embedded program in academic literacy skills in analysis, discussion, essay writing, research and information retrieval, and is designed to complement accompanying studio-based programs.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- classify and differentiate key historical works of art and social contexts of the modern era;
- recognise and use terminology used in the critical understanding of modern art;
- perform basic textual analysis;
- identify methods for critically describing and interpreting works of modern art;
- demonstrate appropriate skills in academic literacy and art-specific research methodologies.
Last updated: 8 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Students must meet one of the following prerequisite options:
Option 1
Admission into the B-FAVISART Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
AND
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| FINA10025 | Studio Studies 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
25 |
| FINA10026 | Critical and Theoretical Studies 1 | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
Option 2
Admission into the B-DES Bachelor of Design
AND
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| FINA10026 | Critical and Theoretical Studies 1 | Semester 1 (Online) |
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: 8 November 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Fortnightly online quizzes (academic and library skills)
| Throughout the teaching period | 10% |
Textual analysis
| Mid teaching period | 40% |
Essay
| During the examination period | 50% |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all scheduled classes and submit all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 8 November 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Sean Lowry Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Southbank) Contact hours 36 hours, comprising twelve 1 hour lectures and twelve 2 hour tutorials. Total time commitment 204 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021
Last updated: 8 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
A reader comprising critical and historical texts anthologised by the co-ordinator will be available for purchase.
The textbook information will be on the LMS.
- 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:
- 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: 8 November 2023