ACV311 - Visual Arts History and Theory in the Expanded Field

Unit details

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Year:2019 unit information
Enrolment modes:Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waterfront (Geelong)
Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value:0.125
Trimester 1 Unit Chair:

Cameron Bishop

Prerequisite:

ACV207

Corequisite:

Nil

Incompatible with:

Nil

Scheduled learning activities - campus:

5 x 1 hour lecture

5 x 1 hour seminar

6 x 2 hours seminars

Content

Visual Arts History and Theory in the Expanded Field will examine how art in the postdigital age operates and will require students to examine key contexts for the production and reception of contemporary art. Extending the content of the second year history and theory unit, this unit will explore and discuss digital creative practices and build knowledge around the issue and motivation that drive the use of new technologies in art. Upon completion of this unit students will be able to apply understandings and interpretations of post-digital work in order to contest them and incorporate them in practice. Drawing on a range of subject areas including data art, embodiment and technology, subjectivity and aesthetics, the event and spectacle, the unit aims to expand critical knowledge of cultural practices while developing advanced skills in writing and debate. The key skills third year students require for their move into creative industries are the ability to initiate and sustain enquiry and interpretation through practice-led approach (thinking through making). Students will undertake a number of practical exercises and writing tasks connected to persuasive writing as well as an oral presentation on a chosen subject area. The unit will focus on the skills of professional practice and critical context for connecting the digital identity to art world applications.

Assessment

Assessment 1 (Individual) - Essay (2000 words) - 50%

Assessment 2 (Individual) - Oral Presentation (1000 word equivalent) - 25%

Assessment 3 (Individual) - Professional Practice Exercise (1000 words) - 25%

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