Art Practice 2
Brief course description
The continued development of the student’s individual art practice: independent work and artistic research carried out in dialogue with their main tutor and with other members of staff. Students must be capable of conducting their own artistic research and taking charge of their artistic practice.
The course’s learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students shall:
- demonstrate knowledge of materials and technical skills at an advanced level
- demonstrate independent exploration through experimentation and through production of works
- have developed their critical insight and contextual awareness
Teaching and learning methods
Consists of independent work, tutorials with the main tutor and other teaching staff. The interconnected teaching/learning methods include individual tutorials, student presentations, group tutorials and critiques, lectures, workshops, text production, participation in exhibitions, study trips etc.
Students are encouraged to have tutorials with other teaching staff and visiting art professionals. Student-initiated and student-led projects are encouraged.
Study requirements:
- Active participation
- Completed work assignments, submission of written papers and/or presentations
Assessment
The study requirements for the course have to be approved in order for the student to receive the final assessment.
The student’s work and progress is assessed throughout each semester. A formal assessment takes place at the end of each semester.
At the semester assessment each student presents their work to an assessment committee comprised of their main tutor and another member of the teaching staff. A brief report is delivered to the committee in advance of the student’s presentation. The presentation can include artworks, digital documentation and texts. The assessment committee reviews the student’s practice and progress together with the student.
Marks given are Pass or Fail.
A pass of each semester assessment is a requirement for continuation in the programme.