vpa4rma research method creative arts a
RESEARCH METHODS A - VISUAL ARTS
VPA4RMA
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will beintroduced to and examine ideas and methodologies relevant to practice-ledresearch. In weekly seminars students will engage with key ideas, theories andmethodological frameworks, which will inform and help refine their researchquestion/proposal and develop a research methodology appropriate to theiryear-long project. Subjects covered in the seminars will include theinvestigation of advanced theory, the development of research skills and anexploration of methodological approaches in a contemporary art and practice-ledcontext. This will be complemented by gallery visits and studio critiquesessions. Students will expand their theoretical knowledge and developcritical, analytical and research skills required to write a minor thesis(exegesis) which through the exploration of content and contextual datadescribes their area of research interest. This subject islinked to the second semester subject VPA4RMB and the writing of the finalexegesis and must be undertaken concurrentlywith VPA4SPA in Semester 1. Honours can only be completed full time.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorVincent Alessi
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admission in BEHVA or AHCAB or AHCAM
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Art practice as research : inquiry in the visual arts | Recommended | Sullivan, G. , c2005. | OAKS, CALIF. : SAGE PUBLICATIONS |
| Readings | Visual methodologies : an introduction to the interpretation of visual materials. | Recommended | Rose, G., 2001 | LONDON ; THOUSAND OAKS, CALIF. : SAGE. |
| Readings | Visual research : an introduction to research methodologies in graphic design. | Recommended | Noble, I. & Bestley R. , c2005 | LONDON : AVA. |
| Readings | Visualizing research : a guide for postgraduate students in art and design. | Recommended | Gray, C. & Malins J., 2004. | BURLINGTON : ASHGATE |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Develop and apply art project management skills in a professional environment
- Activities:
- Produce a coherent thematic folio of artwork through praxis.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Work independently and collaboratively in the creative arts discipline in response to project demands.
- Activities:
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze and contextualize either individually or collaboratively in an arts project.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
03. Apply interpersonal communication skills in modes suited to a range of audiences
- Activities:
- Interpret, communicate and present complex work and ideas to specialist and non specialist audiences using professional conventions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Develop a research methodology around a selected content proposal
- Activities:
- Demonstration of the ability to generate, research and explore ideas, concepts through integrated creative, critical thinking
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Develop professional academic writing skills
- Activities:
- Produce an academic exegesis/report that conforms to academic requirements
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
06. Apply appropriate presentation skills to exegesis and visual work submission.
- Activities:
- Develop the appropriate professional standards of visual presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2018, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVincent Alessi
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"1 hour of the seminars is allocated to the compulsory attendance of the weekly Art Forum Lecture Series."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contextual review and class presentation (2,500 words equivalent) | This is hurdle requirement and must be completed to proceed to VPA4RMB. Final mark for Honours will consist of the assessment of the completed exegesis (linked to VPA4RMB) and the end of candidature exhibition (linked to VPA4SPB) This is an Honours year subject where students in visual arts are working on one major project which culminates in an end of year exhibition supported by 7,000 # 9,000-word ex | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Literature review | This is hurdle requirement and must be completed to proceed to VPA4RMB. Final mark for Honours will consist of the assessment of the completed exegesis (linked to VPA4RMB) and the end of candidature exhibition (linked to VPA4SPB) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |
Mildura, 2018, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVincent Alessi
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"1 hour of the seminars is allocated to the compulsory attendance of the weekly Art Forum Lecture Series."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contextual review and class presentation (2,500 words equivalent) | This is hurdle requirement and must be completed to proceed to VPA4RMB. Final mark for Honours will consist of the assessment of the completed exegesis (linked to VPA4RMB) and the end of candidature exhibition (linked to VPA4SPB) This is an Honours year subject where students in visual arts are working on one major project which culminates in an end of year exhibition supported by 7,000 # 9,000-word ex | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| Literature review | This is hurdle requirement and must be completed to proceed to VPA4RMB. Final mark for Honours will consist of the assessment of the completed exegesis (linked to VPA4RMB) and the end of candidature exhibition (linked to VPA4SPB) | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |