Course - Introduction to Fine Art Studies - BK1151
Introduction to Fine Art Studies
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About the course
Course content
This course focuses on building basic skills and knowledge to work independently and creates a framework to take initiative for developing collective projects.
The course process requires experimentation, development and reflection in the artistic work that is at the core of the BFA programme. Students begin to develop artistic practice in dialogue with their supervisors and peers. Artistic practice, public presentations, communication and continual showing of work are central components for learning.
Learning outcome
When finishing the course the student will:
- be familiar with the current discourses on contemporary art
- know about key concepts of worldly art histories.
- have the skills to participate, reflect and communicate in a collective artistic work frame.
- be able to initiate the development of an art practice by experimenting with different methods, materials and techniques.
Learning methods and activities
Introduction to NTNU and to the academy. Start-up activities where students work in small groups both inside and outside the academy. Key words: collaboration, group discussion, experimentation, process.
Tutorials with supervisors and fellow students and development of artistic projects. Critical group interaction in the shape of meetings with fellow students and supervisors.
Preparation procedure for the first year show including shared coordination, tutorials and art theoretical perspectives in relation to key concepts and movements in contemporary art.
Participation in learning activities such as supervision, supervision group and course specific seminars and projects is mandatory.
Specific conditions
Approved compulsory assignments are valid in the present semester only.
Due to lack of Scandinavian speaking teachers, this course will be taught in English.
Compulsory assignments
- Participation in course activities
- Participation in projectweek
- Participation Open Academy
Further on evaluation
- progress review: assessment of overall artistic development according to the learning outcome.
- documentation: Sufficient visual, audiovisual or other documentation of activities, process and results in order to represent development in practice. The material must be submitted in Inspera.
- written Summary: a text in 500 words, that sums up activities of the term, and evaluate the development with a focus on the specifics of practice. The text must be submitted in Inspera.
- oral presentation of submitted materials. The oral presentation serves as adjusting oral assessment.
Postponed or new exam will take place in the next exam period. In the case of a retake, the entire course must be repeated.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Fine Art (BBK)
Required previous knowledge
Admission to the Academy of Fine Art through the application process: evaluation of submitted portfolios, evaluation of earlier studies in art at pre-school or similar: interview and/or practical entrance exam.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| BK1160 | 15 sp | Autumn 2019 |
Subject areas
- Fine Art