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CAHO4003: Contemporary Arts Honours Dissertation A

2023 unit information

In this unit of study you will conduct supervised and independent study focused on a self-nominated research topic. The outcome of this year-long study is a dissertation of 15,000 words that should demonstrate a commitment to serious scholarship, a focussed investigation, disciplined editing and rigorous analysis. Throughout this semester you will work towards refining your research interests, conducting research and developing an argument. Regular meetings with your supervisor provide advice and feedback.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Sydney College of the Arts

Code CAHO4003
Academic unit Sydney College of the Arts
Credit points 18
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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CAHO4005
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. demonstrate an in-depth and critical understanding of contemporary art practices, histories and theories that inform your own writing processes
  • LO2. demonstrate rigorous and independent thinking
  • LO3. engage critically with social, cultural and ethical issues and apply local and international perspectives to extend and contextualise your written practice
  • LO4. communicate your ideas professionally, creatively and effectively
  • LO5. show awareness, sensitivity and empathy to subjective, cultural and racial differences
  • LO6. use appropriate technologies and media to effectively gather and disseminate information

Unit availability

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There are no availabilities for this year.
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2020
Supervision Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Remote
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable

Modes of attendance (MoA)

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