Course code: 2846 (66 per cent research) + Course fees: Local students - RTS HECS-exempt places available + Coordinator: Leigh Astbury
This course is intended for students with a strong interest in research who wish to give their study a clear Australian focus. The degree familiarises students with the major theoretical areas in Australian art and with a significant area of Australian art history through their research. The research emphasis can cover areas of painting, sculpture, architecture, urbanism and urban imagery, photography, performance and art in multimedia, film or television. The degree normally involves one-and-a half years of full-time study or three years of part-time study.
Candidates for admission to the MA should normally hold a first class or second class division A honours degree, or a masters qualifying with an overall grade of H2A or above and a grade of distinction or above for the research component.
Candidates complete a thesis of 20,000 to 25,000 words (66 per cent research) in an area agreed to by the candidate and the department, and supervised by staff appointed by agreement with both the candidate and the department. Candidates are expected to consult with their supervisor regularly and to maintain the momentum of their thesis research.
Two fifth-year elective units worth 12 points, from the schedule set out below. Note that students should not include units previously taken in the masters qualifying year, the postgraduate diploma or the honours year.
Note that the minimum pass grade for units in the Master of Arts is 60 C, ie a grade of credit or above is required in each unit and for the thesis.
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