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BK3198 - Key Concepts of Art Theory

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Work
Grade: Passed / Not Passed

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Work 100/100 ALLE

Course content

The course concentrates on the role of theory and criticism in the context of contemporary art. It provides an introduction to art theory and experiments and plays with a variety of different notions of theoretical praxis. In principle, art theory is understood as “the art of seeing art”. Rather than with an identifiable body of knowledge, the course operates as an open and flexible collaborative learning environment. It introduces and critically examines key concepts of contemporary art theory and explores their impact on the major movements in visual art from the early 20th century to the present day.

Learning outcome

This course is constructed towards developing a methodology, couched in the proposition of contemporary theory, artworks and artefacts of visual culture. The students can reflect on and articulate the significance of art in relation to media and digital culture. The student has knowledge of the artistic theories and methods in the field of contemporary art and can use relevant methods for research and artistic development work.

Learning methods and activities

Based on the methodology of problem-based learning a variety of different formats is employed: Reading groups, lectures and presentations, artist’s films and documentaries, studio visits, tutorials, one-to-one conversations, exhibiting, blogging, joint archiving and collective small-scale research projects. Additional information will be provided at the start of the semester.

Specific conditions

The course will be cancelled in case of not enough students have signed up.

Further on evaluation

  • Participation and production will be evaluated through presentation of projects or work.
  • Postponed exams /new exam will be held in the next exam period.
  • participation in learning activities such as seminars and projects is mandatory. ​

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Architecture (MAAR)
Architecture (MAAR2)
Fine Art (MFA)
Industrial Design Engineering (MTDESIG)

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2022

Language of instruction: English

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Fine Art
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Trondheim Academy of Fine Art

Examination

Examination arrangement: Work

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Work 100/100 ALLE

Submission
2022-11-15


12:00

Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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