Aesthetics and Art Criticism

Unit code: ACF2002 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Nicholson
Online Real Time
Prerequisites
Students enrolled in course code ABAB and LBLA must complete at least 72 credit points (equivalent to 6 units) in Year 1 before undertaking any Level 2 units.
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit of study introduces students to contemporary art, aesthetics and art criticism through the vehicle of critical dialogues. Students engage with fundamental analytical tools that draw on traditional concepts, critical arguments and theories of art. The unit aims to equip students with an understanding of the history of art theory and criticism, contextualised through evolving art practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Analyse key theories underpinning contemporary art theory and criticism;
  2. Interpret, evaluate and apply principles of contemporary art theory to current art practice ;
  3. Articulate and defend, in both verbal and written form, an individual response to contemporary challenges posed in aesthetics and art criticism in multicultural local communities and the wider global arts arena.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Review
|
Grade: 20%
Art exhibition
Assessment type: Review
|
Grade: 40%
Art theory
Assessment type: Research Paper
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Grade: 40%
Contemporary challenges in art

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via VU Collaborate.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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