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KUH3208 - Early European Art

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Oral exam
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Oral exam 100/100 30 minutes

Course content

The course will cover European and/or Norwegian visual arts or medieval or early-modern architecture (until the 17th century). The teaching is based on one or more art historical periods (medieval, renaissance, baroque), or possibly the reception of elderly art in early modern times. Through the examination of different types of works, the student will get an introduction to current theory and methodology. Aspects related to art such as heritage, protection or dissemination may also be highlighted.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

After completing the course, the student should have:

  • in-depth knowledge of an art-historical period and its historical context
  • good understanding of the application of current academic concepts, such as protection, cultural heritage or dissemination
  • good knowledge of current theory and method
  • a higher level of knowledge on subjects related to the formation, culture, reception of art, art and identity or Western civilization where applicable

Skills

After completing the course, the student will:

  • be able to discuss art from a given era in European art history in an autonomous and independent way
  • demonstrate an ability for independent discussion of works in light of their historical context
  • be able to determine and apply relevant scientific methodology
  • be able to provide an independent and critical presentation of the subject matter in writing and orally

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and seminars. Excursions can also be included in the instruction.

Obligatory assignment: a written assignment must be passed before the final assessment in the course.

The students are required to keep posted on messages from the department or teacher at Blackboard.

All activities are joint with KUH2208.

This course is taught in Norwegian only.

Compulsory assignments

  • Written assignment

Further on evaluation

The final assessment consists of an oral exam. Letter grade.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Art History (MKUH)

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the Bachelor's or Master's programme in Art History.

Course materials

Curriculum approx. 750 pages, incl. illustrations.

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Facts

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

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2024

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • The History of Art
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Art and Media Studies

Examination

Examination arrangement: Oral exam

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Oral exam 100/100
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Oral exam 100/100
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.
Examination

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