FAA 8080 - Graduate Critical Theory Seminar

Institution:

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

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Description:

Students study critical theory from Modern and Postmodern periods as it relates to fine art in historical and contemporary contexts. Students read philosophical and aesthetics texts from the nineteenth century to the present, on which they conduct written and verbal analyses. Students are required to undertake research on specific critical theory texts and to direct classroom discussion in an appraisal of key philosophical concepts. Students are expected to develop links between the material studied in this seminar with their own studio practice as they prepare for their verbal presentation for first year Candidacy Review and in the writing of their final year Thesis. They demonstrate their grasp of these links through a final essay, through the design of their own critical theory syllabus, and through formal in-class presentations. This course addresses the need for young artists to be aware of current ideas informing the practice of contemporary art. It is designed to ensure that graduate students acquire the ability to analyze challenging philosophical and aesthetic concepts and to write and speak cogently about the relationship of such ideas to contemporary fine art practice.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uc.edu

Phone Number:

(513) 556-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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