VIS 2024 Studio Project 3

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REQUISITES:

SYNOPSIS:

This is the third course which provides the opportunity for students to build upon their investigation and development of conceptual and theoretical processes to explore and extend their visual art practice and gallery studies. An agreed program of work will be developed with relevant lecturers which will demonstrate the further integration of theory and practice. This course will present students with further opportunities for specialised, in-depth studio practice and related research projects in their chosen field of specialization.

OBJECTIVES:

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

1. demonstrate further development of creative practice by undertaking self-directed, project oriented studies in visual arts practice or gallery studies.
2. develop high levels in accomplishment and practical skills, through the synthesis of theory and practice;
3. further attain increased capability for developing selective, individual programmes of creative investigation, together with a capacity to theorise and for constructive self-evaluation.

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

Will relate to the individual programme of work as undertaken by individual students.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

As advised by each lecturer.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

NOTES:

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Refer to Course Specification for information about assignment due dates and assessment marking. The Assessment and Documentation of Work will be directed by Lecturers.

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:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must demonstrate, via the summative assessment items, that they have achieved the required minimum standards in relation to the objectives of the course by obtaining at least 50% of the total weighted marks for all summative assessment.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   There is no exam for this course. End of Semester assessment will be by a panel of Visual Arts staff. Students present all work as proposed by them to the staff panel who award grades as per USQ marking system. Student must be in attendance at the end of semester assessment to discuss their work.
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/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES