ARTH2043 Modernism and Postmodernism in Art and Design: 1850-2000
Later Year Course
| Offered By | School of Humanities |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Art History |
| Offered in | First Semester, 2010 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
The course will examine the evolution of art and design from 1900 to the present day. An understanding of the idea of modernism as an aesthetic and theoretical concept will be a predominant theme. Differing views about the social role of visual culture and the institutions which maintain it will be explored. The course will include studies of original works held in Australian galleries. |
| Indicative Assessment |
1,500 word tutorial paper (30%), 2,500 word essay (50%) and Image test (20%). |
| Workload | Two hours of lectures per week and a tutorial in alternate weeks |
| Areas of Interest | Art History |
| Requisite Statement |
Introduction to Art History ARTH1002 and Introduction to Modern Art ARTH1003 or Urban Society SOCY2035 or Modern Society SOCY2034 or permission of the Coordinator. |
| Preliminary Reading |
* Chipp, H B, Theories of Modern Art: A Source Book by Artists and Critics, Uni. of California |
| Majors/Specialisations | Art History and Art History and Curatorship |
| Academic Contact | Dr Andrew Montana |
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