Overview

The development of visual art theory and practice from Antiquity to 2009 will be investigated and critically examined. The major themes and history of the western world will be explored and the changing modes of expression which reflect social and cultural contexts will be analysed.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Introduce students to the major themes and history of Western art from Antiquity to 2009
  • Provide students with the opportunity to analyse the changing modes of representation and meaning and to reflect on the changing social and cultural contexts of visual arts

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Articulate their own ideas about the development of Visual art theory and practice
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Demonstrate their understanding of social and cultural contexts of visual art

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Assumed knowledge

High standard of personal literacy and basic computer literacy. Design and drawing fundamentals.