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Overview

The Bachelor of Art Theory (Honours) is a 48 UOC (one year equivalent) advanced undergraduate degree for high achieving students. The program is designed for those who have completed an undergraduate degree in art history and theory (or cognate area), and wish to extend their critical and scholarly skills in … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critique and evaluate contemporary art practices, theories, histories, and institutions.
  • Scholars
2.
Conduct rigorous, self-initiated scholarly research to develop knowledge in contemporary art and cultural contexts.
  • Leaders
  • Scholars
3.
Critically evaluate contemporary art in relationship to complex social, cultural, political, environmental, and institutional contexts.
  • Scholars
  • Leaders
4.
Work independently to communicate advanced theoretical ideas in creative, scholarly, and professional contexts.
  • Professionals
  • Leaders
5.
Contribute to contemporary art and culture through rigorous and sustained research that demonstrate an ethical responsiveness to diverse local and global perspectives.
  • Professionals
  • Leaders
  • Global citizens

Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure

Students must complete 48 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

Core Courses48 Units of Credit:

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Special Admission Requirements

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Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

Progression rules are in accordance with university policy.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

Professional Outcomes

Career Opportunities

Arts and cultural manager, Gallery and event curator, Arts policy administrator, Creative director, Art critic, Art historian, Cultural critic.

 

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Honours Classes

Program Fees

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