Level 3 Art History
13ARH Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Waanders.
Recommended Prior LearningNo prior learning is needed. All skills will be taught in the course.
You will learn to:
- Learn how to analyse and critically evaluate artworks.
- Understand how meaning is conveyed in an artwork.
- Recognize and understand art movements from twentieth century including Fauvism, Expressionism and Surrealism as well as modern American art styles.
- Think critically and analytically about art elements.
- Gain knowledge on how events during the time impacted on art.
Course Overview
Term 1
Introduction to C19th and C20th art movements
How to analyse and discuss an artwork
Fauvism Expressionism Cubism and Surrealism
Completion of AS 3.7 - Research a theory in art - 4 credits
Term 2
American art movements - Realism Abstract Expressionism and Neo Dade
Completion of AS 3.6 - Examine the different values in art - 4 credits
Term 3
American art movements - Pop Art and Feminism
Completion of AS 3.4 - Effects of media and processes in art - 4 credits
Term 4
Revision for external AS - AS 3.1 Style and AS 3.2 Meaning
Assessment Information
AS 91482 - Demonstrate an understanding of style in art works - 4 credits - external
AS 91483 - Examine how meanings are communicated through art works - 4 credits - external
AS 91485 - Examine the impact of media and processes on art - 4 credits - internal
AS 91487 - Examine the different values placed on art - 4 credits - internal
AS 91488 - Examine the relationship(s) between a theory and art works - 4 credits - internal
The stationery requirements include a workbook, cost $15