VIS 8005 Exhibition and Dissertation B

SubjectCat-NbrClassTermModeDescriptionUnitsCampus
VIS8005251422, 2003ONCExhibition and Dissertation B4.00TWMBA
Academic Group:FOART
Academic Org:FOA007
HECS Band:1
ASCED Code:100300

Contents


STAFFING:

Examiner: Robyn Stewart
Moderator: Ann-Maree Reaney



PRE-REQUISITES:

Pre-requisite: VIS9004


RATIONALE:

This is the final course of the research component of the Master of Visual Arts in which the candidate is expected to produce studio-based research of a speculative nature. The course culminates in a public exhibition, performance or publication which demonstrates artistic, intellectual and critical rigour of a high standard. Candidates through this research are expected to make a valuable contribution to their chosen field of practice. The work carried out in the dissertation component of the Master of Visual Arts course of study will be concerned with research in an area of relevance to the objectives of the studio practice proposal. Such work may address issues relevant to the contemporary critical debates and practices which inform studio research, or the study of relevant forms of contemporary practice, related traditions and historical precedents, or the study of relevant theoretical issues, and may include visual and other documentation.


SYNOPSIS:

This course provides an opportunity for integration of all aspects of the Master of Visual Arts submission, writing up of the final draft of the written dissertation and exhibition of studio-based research as the final submission for evaluation.


OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • present studio based research of a speculative nature which demonstrates artistic, intellectual and critical rigour of a high standard in a public exhibition, performance or publication for evaluation;

  • present and submit a written dissertation evaluation concerned with research in an area of relevance to the studio component and thereby create a critical and articulate context within which the studio practice can be evaluated; OR present and submit a dissertation concerned with research in an area of relevance to the objectives of the studio practice proposal for evaluation;

  • integrate all aspects of their dissertation and exhibition submission.



    • TOPICS:


    DescriptionWeighting (%)
    1. The refinement and final presentation of the topic as determined by the candidate according to the admission requirements and in consultation with the supervisors

    1.1. Submission of the final draft of dissertation

    1.2. Submission of an exhibition, performance or publication of visual art resources.
    		100.00

    STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

    ACTIVITYHOURS
    Private Study646
    Seminars14


    ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

    DescriptionMarks Out ofWtg(%)RequiredDue Date
    DISS, EXHIB, PERF OR PUBLN100.00100.00Y07 Nov 2003(see note )
    NOTES:
    .
    Assessment Description Details: Submission of complete dissertation, public exhibition, performance or publication of visual art work due end of semester.

    IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

    1. Attendance requirements:
      It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriate in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
    2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
      To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
    3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
      Not applicable.
    4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
      Submission of complete dissertation, public exhibition, performance or publication of visual art work due end of semester.
    5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
      Students will be graded on a 'Pass', 'Incomplete' or 'Fail' basis.
    6. Examination information:
      There is no exam for this course.
    7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
      Given the details under (6) above, there are no deferred exams for this course. However, if any deferred/makeup work is granted, it would have to be submitted by a date set by the examiner.
    8. University Regulations:
      Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6 Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/SECARIAT/calendar/Part5/ or in the printed version of the current USQ Handbook.

    ASSESSMENT NOTES

    9.Not applicable.