Critical and Theoretical Studies 6 (FINA30018)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
Similar to Critical and Theoretical Studies 5, this subject comprises a series of seminars developed by individual staff dealing with topics and issues in contemporary art theory, aesthetics, criticism and art history.
Each seminar is delivered at a level of conceptualisation that assumes familiarity with the artistic history and critical terminology attained from the previous two years of study. The seminar content reflects particular research initiatives of staff presenting and provides opportunity for students to explore in depth a specific theme that is relevant to contemporary cultural movements and is intellectually innovative in its field.
Critical and Theoretical Studies 6 develops from Critical and Theoretical Studies 1–4, introducing more advanced modes of critical interpretation and analysis in the visual arts, and is designed to complement accompanying studio-based programs.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- identify contemporary works of art and social contexts in relationship to individual student interests and studio practice;
- interpret and appraise terminology and ideas used in the critical understanding of contemporary art and related current cultural topics, including fields of social, political, scientific and philosophical thinking;
- analyse contemporary visual art in relation to current cultural topics, including fields of social, political, scientific and philosophical thinking;
- devise and employ research methods for critically analysing contemporary visual art;
- apply appropriate skills in academic literacy and contemporary visual arts research methodologies.
Generic skills
- 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;
- An ability to convey and critically evaluate abstract and theoretical concepts.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| FINA20030 | Studio Studies 4 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
25 |
| FINA20032 | Critical and Theoretical Studies 4 | 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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
10-minute individual presentation
| Throughout the teaching period | 25% |
Essay that extends and reflects upon tutorial presentation
| Throughout the teaching period | 25% |
Essay
| During the examination period | 50% |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all scheduled classes. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must submit all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Sean Lowry Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 36 hours, comprising twelve 3-hour seminars Total time commitment 204 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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Last updated: 31 January 2024