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Course Description
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Course Name
The Apocalypse, Antichrist And The End Of Time In Medieval Art
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Host University
University of Glasgow
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Location
Glasgow, Scotland
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Area of Study
Art History
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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SCQF Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Aims--to survey medieval interpretations of the Apocalypse across time and artistic media--to evaluate current critical approaches to the analysis of medieval Apocalypse imagery--to examine the role played by eschatological imagery in broader contemporary religious andpolitical propaganda campaignsBy the end of this course students should be able to:--Identify and articulate the popular Christian beliefs and iconographical traditions thatinformed medieval apocalypse and Antichrist pictorial cycles.--Identify and articulate the stylistic, technical and compositional elements of medieval pictorialvisions.--Outline the ways in which eschatological traditions have served changing politicalagendas during the Middle Ages.--Research and present themes coherently both orally and in written form.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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.
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