Course Description
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Course Name
New Art: New Perspectives
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Host University
University of Cape Town
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Art History, Studio Art, Visual Arts
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
FIN2027F and FIN2028S.
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
24 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course focuses on the way developments in technology have transformed contemporary artistic practice, theory and reception. Included here is coverage of weblogs the engage with African and global art practice, as well as artistic practice deeply involved with new forms of social networking. Students will develop advanced skills in visual analysis, critical thinking and writing about art and visual imagery, visual and textual research approaches.
DP requirements: At least 80% attendance of tutorials and satisfactory completion of 2 assignments per semester. Late essays penalised by 5% per day (including weekends).
Assessment: Semester coursework 50% and 2-hour examination 50%.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.