HONOURS RESEARCH METHODS B VISUAL ARTS B
VPA4RMB
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will consolidate their theoretical and methodological understanding as it relates to research-led practice and develop an understanding of the requirements in structuring an exegesis and presenting a cohesive exhibition of their work. In weekly seminars students will engage with ideas, theories and methodological frameworks, which will consolidate the thinking underpinning their research question/proposal as it relates to their year-long project. In addition,students will be introduced to curatorial and presentation methods which will assist the development of their year-end exhibition. Seminars will include lectures, tutorials, gallery visits and studio critique sessions. Students will consolidate the relevant skills to complete the writing of their exegesis (7,500-9,000words) in support of their practical work. This subject progressesfrom the first semester subject VPA4RMA and mustbe undertaken concurrently with VPA4SPB in Semester 2. Honours can only be completed full time.
School: School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Caroline Wallace
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: VPA4RMA and VPA4SPA
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/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:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
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)