The Language of Art History
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| HART1003 | Cultural, Media and Visual Studies | 1 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- HART1003
- School
- Cultural, Media and Visual Studies
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module is an introduction to different historical periods and the key ideas and methods that have motivated art historical study. It will introduce students to the main concepts and terminology in the discipline. In addition, the module will also be concerned with study and writing skills relevant to the analysis of art in a variety of media. This is a non-compensatable core module.
A single coursework assessment will replace all failed assessment components at the reassessment stage.
Target Students
Only available for Single Honours History of Art students
Classes
- One 2-hour seminar each week for 11 weeks
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 11 weeks
Assessment
- 100% Coursework: 3,000 words portfolio of written work and equivalent
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
To develop the skills to interpret visual representations in relation to historical.To articulate relevant historical knowledge.To advance presentation skills.To advance writing skills.Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding:
- Ability to explain and interpret different art-historical points of view and methods as related to art in Western societies from the early modern period to the present
- Ability to distinguish between different kinds of material examined, whether visual or textual, and be able to distinguish between primary and secondary sources
- Ability to engage with different kinds of material, both visual and textual
Intellectual Skills:
- Ability to engage with unfamiliar artefacts, issues and ideas
- Ability to identify key arguments
- Ability to identify and address key problems in art history
- Ability to construct coherent and independent historical arguments
Professional/Practical Skills:
- Ability to plan, research and write assignments
- Ability to select, sift and synthesize information from a wide range of sources
- Ability to identify and compare key arguments in primary and/or secondary source materials
- Ability to demonstrate independence of judgement
Transferable (Key) Skills:
- Ability to work independently and with others
- Ability to express ideas orally and to contribute to group discussion
- Ability to construct and articulate an argument
- Ability to use IT for research purposes
- Ability to manage and take responsibility for learning
Conveners
Last updated 07/01/2025.