Foundation Studio

Course aim

To introduce a variety of conceptual models and communication skills involved in visual arts practice and to explore the processes of visual language.

Course content

Students will be introduced to knowledge and skill in all visual arts studio specialisations, the utilisation of diverse approaches to problem solving based on the methodologies and conceptual frameworks employed by contemporary visual and applied artists, investigation and critique of contemporary visual artefacts and performances, introduction of relevant health and safety procedures.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	1 hour x 12 weeks
Studio	5 hours x 12 weeks
Workshop	2 hours x 12 weeks
INTERNAL, CITY WEST (INTENSIVE)
Lecture	1 hour x 10 sessions
Studio	6 hours x 10 sessions
Workshop	2 hours x 10 sessions

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Major Project, Minor Project

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2A)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.