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Course Description
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Course Name
Art and Theory
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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
FIN1006F, FIN1009S, FIN2029F, and FIN2030S.
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
30 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7 - 8
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course considers the theor etical issues raised by visual artefacts, in particular the way in which the history of art, the historical study of images, has evolved as a subject since the beginning of the 20th century, and how this field relates to the practical one of art-museum management and curatorship. Some of the issues addressed include: the status of the art expert, authentication, forgery and artistic value, art and social context, private and public art collecting, and the social and artistic function of the art museum.
DP requirements: At least 80% attendance at tutorials and satisfactory completion of written assignments. Late essays penalised by 5% per day (including weekends).
Assessment: Semester coursework 50%; 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.