6301 (v.6) Visual Arts Theory 501

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Area:	Department of Art
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Seminar:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Provides the theoretical framework to develop appropriate research skills to enable the student to locate their practice within the large context of cultural theory. Comprises of a series of workshops, seminars, field trips, dealing with issues surrounding contemporary visual arts research. It is concerned with the formulation of ideas and frameworks to assist the student with the development of their own research and project work.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have - Discussed and critically examined current theoretical issues pertaining to their own practice as artists. Developed formal models of theoretical and critical inquiry appropriate to the student'spractice as an artist. A basic knowledge of research practices employed in the visual arts. Identified pertinent areas of theoretical speculation that are apposite to their practice as an artist. Critically reflected on their work in relation to the broader field of visual culture.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Harrison, C. and Wood, P. (1992), Art in Theory 1900 - 1990: An Anthology of Changing Ideas. Oxford, Blackwell. Kleiner, F. Mamiya, C. and Tansey, R. (2001), Gardner's Art Through the Ages. Fort Worth, Hardcourt College Publishers. Lucie-Smith, E. (2000), Movements in Art since 1945. London, Thames & Hudson. Journals - Art and Australia. Art and the Asia Pacific. Artlink. Art Monthly. Eyeline. Object: Contemporary craft, design and 3D art.
Unit Texts:	No prescribed texts.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Research essay 60%. Tutorial presentation 40%. This is pass/fail.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y     2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y