Art Theory (Honours) - 4516
Program Summary
Faculty: Faculty of Art & Design
Contact: http://www.artdesign.unsw.edu.au
Campus: Paddington
Career: Undergraduate
Typical Duration: 1 Years 
Typical UOC Per Semester: 24
Min UOC Per Semester: 6
Max UOC Per Semester: 24
Min UOC For Award: 48
Domestic Entry Requirements: See Domestic Entry Requirements
International Entry Requirements: See International Entry Requirements
Award(s):
Bachelor of Art Theory (Honours)
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Program Description
The Bachelor of Art Theory (Honours) is a 48 UOC (one year equivalent) advanced undergraduate degree for high achieving students which may be undertaken upon completion of an undergraduate pass degree in art history, art theory or equivalent. The BArtTh (Hons) must be completed full-time. A student undertaking this program will complete honours within art theory, art history or visual culture. The program enables students to expand and deepen their knowledge and understanding of art theory and to develop highly sought after analytical, problem solving and research skills through undertaking a significant independent research thesis. The program may be a pathway to a PhD.
Program Objectives and Graduate Attributes
On completion of the BArtTh (Honours) students will be able to:
- apply a highly developed critical understanding of theoretical concepts relevant to the field of enquiry addressed by the thesis topic.
- critically reflect on and apply existing knowledge, ideas and practice within relevant areas of art theory research.
- independently plan and carry out a research project.
- effectively communicate ideas, analyses and findings in oral presentations and writing.
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles, concepts and research methods in art theory and history
- Demonstrate cognitive skills that review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
- Identify and formulate solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts in art theory and history and the capacity to keep abreast of changes in this field
- Demonstrate initiative and judgement in scholarship
- Demonstrate communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
- Construct a research thesis that demonstrates technical skills in research and design
- Construct a research thesis that demonstrates critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding, and the capacity for enterprise, scholarship and creativity by developing original contributions for art theory and history .
Program Structure
The basic requirements for the degree are:
- Coursework (12 UOC)
- Research thesis (36 UOC)
Coursework
Students must complete:
Students must complete:
- ARTS4100 Research Methods and Thesis Writing (6 UOC), or another Upper Level or postgraduate course, subject to approval by the Program Authority, AND
- An Upper Level or postgraduate course (6 UOC), subject to approval by the Program Authority
Research Thesis
Students must complete:
Students must complete:
- SAHT4211 Thesis A (12 UOC)
- SAHT4213 Thesis B (24 UOC)
Academic Rules
To qualify for the award of the degree a student must:
- complete the coursework requirement for their area of study (12 UOC)
- complete a research project or thesis (36 UOC)
Honours is awarded in three classes (Class 1, Class 2 in two Divisions, and Class 3).
The class of Honours awarded shall be determined on the following weightings: Thesis 75%, Honours Seminar 12.5%, Elective course 12.5%.
The class of Honours awarded shall be determined on the following weightings: Thesis 75%, Honours Seminar 12.5%, Elective course 12.5%.
Fees
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Entry Requirements
- Be a Graduand or Graduate of the UNSW Bachelor of Art Theory or other recognised Level 7 qualification in the field from another institution of higher education
- Hold a WAM of 75 or higher (or equivalent) in the depth component of the program (or equivalent)
Related Program(s)
4803 Art Theory
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