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Learning Outcomes

1.
Describe and analyse histories, theories, and principles that inform contemporary art practices and institutions
  • Scholars
2.
Undertake self-initiated scholarly research to explore ideas and develop knowledge in contemporary art contexts
  • Scholars
  • Professionals
3.
Situate and analyse contemporary art practice within a diverse range of social, political, cultural, historical, and environmental contexts
  • Scholars
  • Leaders
4.
Work independently and collaboratively to generate theoretical ideas and outcomes for a variety of creative, scholarly, and professional contexts
  • Professionals
  • Leaders
5.
Contribute to contemporary artistic and cultural discourse through self-initiated work that demonstrates an ethical and responsible awareness of diverse local and global perspectives
  • Professionals
  • Global Citizens

Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA4821 - Fine Arts

Specialisation Structure
60 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 60 UOC.

Core Courses

Students must complete 30 UOC of the following courses.

DART1302
6 UOC
Theories of Art History and Culture
DART1310
6 UOC
Australian Art
DART2310
6 UOC
Right Here Right Now: Aboriginal Art Since 1984
DART2311
6 UOC
East Asian Contemporary Art
DART3310
6 UOC
Art in the 21st Century

Core Options

Students must complete 30 UOC of the following core options.

MINIMUM LEVEL 2 ART THEORY COURSE UOC

To complete the Art Theory major, students must complete a minimum of 18 UOC of level 2 Art Theory courses.

MINIMUM LEVEL 3 ART THEORY COURSE UOC

To complete the Art Theory major, students must complete a minimum of 18 UOC of level 3 Art Theory courses.

Art Theory not an approved teaching specialisation

The Art Theory major is not an approved teaching specialisation and should not be taken as part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) double degree.

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