Course code: 2479 + Course abbreviations: BVA + Caulfield
+ Internal mode + Full-time: three years + Course coordinator (Caulfield):
Dr Dan Wollmering
All students enrolled prior to 2003 must follow the Bachelor of Visual Arts -
Caulfield course structure which appears in the 2002 undergraduate handbook.
Prospective honours applicants must refer to the honours program as outlined in
the 2002 undergraduate handbook.
The Bachelor of Visual Arts is a three-year, full-time degree program of broad education in the visual arts.
Graduates may practise professionally in one or more art media, or may
become involved in art gallery activities, cultural programs, art education, or
a range of art and design industry activities.
The visual arts are concerned with the range of activities of the fine arts and
design, as well as the newer areas such as photomedia and digital media, in
addition to the theoretical and cultural aspects of art and design.
The course comprises a choice of major disciplines in art, together with
complementary studies, and a choice of elective units which, taken together,
enable students to form individual study programs.
In addition to the pass degree, the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) degree
provides a fourth year at Caulfield. Students may extend studies in their
chosen major discipline and undertake studies in the research methods of the
visual arts.
The degree structure is given depth by a sequence of units which form a major study taken over three years. It is given breadth by complementary and other units in studio and theory from which individual study programs can be formed.
The first year of the course has a common structure for all students that provides a sound introduction to both theory and practice in the context of the visual arts and assists the student to make an informed choice of a major study. Elective units are chosen after consultation with the studio coordinator. An example first semester is as follows:
At least 36 credit points must be taken in the chosen major study at year two and year three levels. Added to the 12 points obtained in year one, this provides a core major of 48 credit points. Students select one of the following major studies:
In consultation with the course coordinator, students seek selection into one of the major disciplines, together with supporting units. The typical semester pattern consists of:
Units are selected by students in consultation with the course coordinator. They will generally be taken from those within the Faculty of Art and Design. However, units elsewhere in the university are also available.
An additional year of intensive study oriented to the student's chosen area of specialisation is available through the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours). The course includes research methods and seminar over both semesters. During semester one, students undertake research for the semester two honours project. An elective study is also included.
Three years of full-time study. The expected average number of hours per week for a full-time student is 48 (contact and non-contact), with appropriate adjustment for part-time study. An 80 per cent attendance record for studios, lectures, seminars etc is required before a student may present for assessment in any unit. Exceptions will be subject to the approval of the course coordinator.
One additional year of full-time study. Workload as for the pass degree.
The course is offered through the VTAC system by ENTER. Completion of VCE units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 25 in English (any) and a study score of at least 30 in one of Art or Studio Arts. No folio or interview is required (subject to number of places). For students who are without VCE or not eligible for a VCE score or mature-age, consideration will be given to other qualifications assessed as equivalent to the VCE plus a folio.
Completion of the Bachelor of Visual Arts or an equivalent pass degree at a credit-level average or higher. A folio and interview may be required (subject to number of places).
Credit may be granted for equivalent studies completed elsewhere at approved institutions. Advanced standing in the course for students who have completed part of similar courses at Australian or international universities will be considered up to a maximum of two years and in accordance with other regulations of Monash University. Each application for credit or advanced standing will be considered on its own merits.
No credit or advanced standing will be provided in this course. A folio and interview may be required subject to number of places.
For students with Australian residency, these courses fall within the lowest band of HECS liability. The fee for international students will be set by the vice-chancellor from time to time (currently $14,900 per annum).
| Unit | Year
1 This year introduces students to the basic skills and intellectual processes required to successfully pursue their chosen area of study. |
Year
2 Students progressively improve their practical and intellectual skills, as they continue their educational development through core and elective units. |
Year
3 Integration of previous years study, with a major focus in their chosen area. |
Total
years 1-3 | ||||
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |||
Drawing and visual structures |
C |
DWG1201
Drawing 1 |
DWG1202
Drawing 2 |
12 cps | ||||
Core theory of art and design |
C |
TAD1101
History |
TAD1102
Visual culture and media of the industrial age |
12 cps | ||||
Professional practice |
C |
Professional
practice |
6 cps | |||||
Major study |
C |
Either: |
Either: |
Either: |
Either: |
48 cps | ||
Major study complementary |
Complementary
study: theory or studio |
Complementary
study: theory or studio |
Complementary
study: theory or studio |
Complementary
study: theory or studio |
24 cps | |||
Core studio |
C |
VIS1111
Introductory visual arts studio 1 |
VIS1112
Visual arts studio 2 |
12 cps | ||||
Electives |
6 cps |
6 cps |
6 cps |
6 cps |
6 cps |
30 cps | ||
Total |
24 cps |
24 cps |
24 cps |
24 cps |
24 cps |
24 cps |
144 cps | |
Note that all courses and units are subject to ongoing review and minor
amendments to improve them. In consultation with your course coordinator, you
are able to choose complementary studies available from a range of options.
Your course coordinator will have a list of current units
available.
cps: credit points - the total student workload per week
including in and out of class work is normally obtained by doubling the credit
points
Course program
| Unit | Credit points | Average taught hours per week | Average out of class hours per week | Total hours | |
Year 1 |
|||||
Semester 1 |
VIS1111 Introductory visual arts studio 1 |
6 cps |
4 hours |
8 hours |
12 hours |
DWG1201 Drawing 1 |
6 cps |
5 hours |
7 hours |
12 hours | |
TAD1101 History of pre-industrial art and design |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
Elective |
6 cps |
4 hours |
8 hours |
12 hours | |
24 cps |
16 hours |
32 hours |
48 hours | ||
Semester 2 |
VIS1112 Visual arts studio 2 |
6 cps |
4 hours |
8 hours |
12 hours |
DWG1202 Drawing 2 |
6 cps |
5 hours |
7 hours |
12 hours | |
TAD1102 Visual culture and media of the industrial age |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
Elective |
6 cps |
4 hours |
8 hours |
12 hours | |
24 cps |
16 hours |
32 hours |
48 hours | ||
Year 2 |
|||||
Semester 1 |
Either:
(a) Major studio 3 (6 cps) and Complementary |
12 cps |
8 hours |
16 hours |
24 hours |
Complementary study: theory or studio l |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
Elective |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
24 cps |
14 hours |
34 hours |
48 hours | ||
Semester 2 |
Either:
(a) Major studio 4 (6 cps) and Complementary |
12 cps |
8 hours |
16 hours |
24 hours |
Complementary study: theory or studio |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
Elective |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
24 cps |
14 hours |
34 hours |
48 hours | ||
Year 3 |
|||||
Semester 1 |
Either:
(a) Major studio 5 (12 cps), or |
12 cps |
8 hours |
16 hours |
24 hours |
Complementary studies: theory or studio |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
Elective |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
24 cps |
14 hours |
34 hours |
48 hours | ||
Semester 2 |
Either:
(a) Major studio 6 (12 cps), or |
12 cps |
8 hours |
16 hours |
24 hours |
Complementary studies: theory or studio |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
Professional practice |
6 cps |
3 hours |
9 hours |
12 hours | |
24 cps |
14 hours |
343 hours |
48 hours | ||
Total (over three years) |
144 cps |
(17 hours average per week) |
(31 hours average per week) |
Note that all courses and units are subject to ongoing review and minor amendments to improve them. In consultation with your course coordinator, you are able to choose complementary studies available from a range of options offered. Your course coordinator will have a list of current units available.
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