Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Art 1: History+Theory+Cultures
Credit Points: 12.00
Important Information: For further information regarding the Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) Melbourne, please contact:
Program Manager: Dr Clare McCracken
clare.mccracken@rmit.edu.au
For further information regarding the Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) Hong Kong, please contact:
Hong Kong Program Lead: Dr Drew Pettifer
drew.pettifer@rmit.edu.au
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
HUSO2399 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
340H Art |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 1 2024 |
Flexible Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
HUSO2422 |
Hong Kong Arts Centre |
Undergraduate |
340H Art |
Face-to-Face |
OFFSe12021 (HA1C) |
Course Coordinator: Benjamin Sheppard
Course Coordinator Phone: Benjamin Sheppard
Course Coordinator Email: ben.sheppard@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Availability: via email
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course introduces you to select themes and practices in contemporary art. You will explore how these themes have been addressed in critical theory and different historical and cultural contexts. You will be introduced to a broad range of ideas, methods and cultures of art practice, including how to analyse, research and write about art. These will provide you with the skills and knowledge to establish a strong foundation for your studio practice and will expand your experience of art.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
Program Learning Outcomes
In course you will develop the following program learning outcomes:
- Acquire knowledge of creative practice and theory and their applications to fine art
- Critically examine global, social, cultural, environmental and historical knowledge and contexts to inform your art practice
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify and formally describe key art works related to select themes
- Analyse and discuss key ideas, histories, theories and cultural contexts of contemporary art
- Source artists and their work relevant to your studio projects
- Apply and communicate your research through writing and oral presentations
Overview of Learning Activities
In this course you will explore a range of artists and their work. Lectorials will present the theoretical, critical and historical contexts for the creation, reception and understanding of art and culture. You will be encouraged to actively participate in discussions of a range of relevant topics and critical texts, and to apply these to your own studio practice. Tutorials will provide a supportive environment to develop and extend your skills in researching, writing and speaking about art. Where possible there will be opportunities for you to experience first hand the exhibition and presentation of art through gallery and museum visits.
You will receive verbal and/or written feedback from academic staff and peers through a variety of consultations and tutorials on your work. You will also have access to online materials, instructional tutorials, and readings through CANVAS and the https://artschoolportal.com
Overview of Learning Resources
A wide range of art examples will be presented in lectorials and tutorials. Recordings and copies of lectorial slides will be posted on Canvas.
Core readings, additional information and guides about essay writing, research and referencing will also be posted on the Canvas.
To access this go to myRMIT at: www.rmit.edu.au/students and log in.
A course bibliography is available on Canvas with a list of suggested texts for starting your research for assignments.
Research Resources
Students are strongly advised to make use of the online books and journals available through the RMIT university library.
A subject guide with links to relevant resources, including referencing and citation help has been created by the RMIT Library specifically for History + Theory + Cultures students. For more information visit: https://rmit.libguides.com/history-plus-theory-plus-cultures. On this page you will find a link to a class specific subject guides, which provide recommendations for relevant research sources.
Referencing and Citation
Lectorials and tutorials will provide an introduction to correct referencing techniques and writing skills for assignments. You are strongly encouraged to seek assistance with your referencing and citation from your tutor and/or the Course Coordinator.
Additional online advice and activities are available to help you cite and quote your sources correctly, and avoid plagiarism. If you have not already done so, we suggest you work through the activities on the RMIT Study and Learning Centre Learning Lab website https://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/content/referencing
RMIT also has an online guide with examples of how to cite different source material:
http://www.lib.rmit.edu.au/easy-cite/
Study and Writing Support
RMIT has developed a number of online resources that are available for Melbourne and Hong Kong students to use. Visit the Learning Lab for more information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
Technical Support for Online/Canvas Access
If you have trouble accessing Canvas or downloading materials please contact RMIT Information Technology for help and support (online): https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program learning outcomes.
Assessment Tasks
1. Artwork Analysis (1000 words or equivalent) 50% (LO2 LO3, LO4)
2. Research Essay 50% (1200-1500 words or equivalent) (LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4)
Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions.