This unit develops distinctions between genres and periods of writing in the art world and in the academy. It brings students to a level at which they can distinguish art criticism, art history, new art history and art theory from each other, and make judgements about their value as research material. It prepares students for Honours work, as well as for art world workplaces by developing research skills already established in Level 1 and Level 2 units. These skills are developed by detailed examination of texts that have played a significant role in the history of art and their adequacy at interpreting the visual art they address. These texts are given historical context and students are... -- Course Website
Prerequisites: any Level 2 History of Art core unit
