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CAHO4008: Contemporary Arts Honours Dissertation A

2025 unit information

In this unit of study you will conduct supervised and independent study focused on a self-nominated research topic. The outcome of this year-long study is a dissertation of 15, 000 words that should demonstrate a commitment to serious scholarship, a focussed investigation, disciplined editing and rigorous analysis. Throughout this semester you will work towards refining your research interests, conducting research and developing an argument towards a first written draft. Regular meetings with your supervisor provide advice and feedback. Candidate should demonstrate consistent progress in individual research.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Arts and Social Sciences

Study level Undergraduate
Academic unit Sydney College of the Arts
Credit points 12
Prerequisites:
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A completed Bachelor of Visual Arts or external equivalent degree
Corequisites:
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CAHO4005
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of contemporary art practices, histories and theories that inform your own creative practice
  • LO2. Demonstrate rigorous and independent thinking
  • LO3. Engage critically with social, cultural and ethical issues and apply local and international perspectives to extend your creative practice
  • LO4. Communicate your ideas professionally, creatively and effectively
  • LO5. Show awareness, sensitivity and empathy to subjective, cultural and racial differences
  • LO6. Use appropriate technologies and media to effectively gather and disseminate information

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2024
Supervision Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2025
Supervision Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2021
Supervision Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2021
Supervision Remote
Semester 2 2021
Supervision Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 2 2021
Supervision Remote
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2022
Supervision Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2023
Supervision Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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