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BA (Honours) in Visual Studies (from 2022-23 intake onwards)
The revamped curriculum of Visual Studies adopts a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the historical and theoretical study of visual arts, focusing on two concentrations—art history and film art—and complementing with courses on interdisciplinary subjects, art practice and curating. The programme structure consists of survey and advanced courses which address specific topics, periods, cultures, media and issues to create a progressive learning model. Experiential learning is an integral part of the curriculum and central to practice-based courses, including studio practice, curating, internship and service-learning. A well-established Artist-in-Residence programme also provides ample opportunities for active engagement with local and overseas artists and film directors in the art world. Capstone experience is introduced to encourage integrated learning, enabling students to develop a research, art or curatorial project under supervision in the final year of their study.
AIMS
- To provide students with a grounding in the study of visual arts, visual expression and its appreciation;
- To develop students’ capacity to make cross-disciplinary connections amongst art-related subjects, such as art history, film art, philosophical aesthetics, museum studies, creative arts and well-being, through an issues-oriented approach;
- To engage students in research, art and curatorial practice through experiential learning activities and capstone projects;
- To foster values that result in lifelong engagement with creativity, art and community.
GENERAL FRAMEWORK
| Category | No. of Courses | No. of Credits |
|---|---|---|
| VS Major Curriculum | ||
| Required Courses | 7 | 21 |
| Programme Electives | 9 | 27 |
| Sub-total | 16 | 48 |
| University-required Courses | ||
| Common Core | 4 | 12 |
| Cluster Courses | 5 | 15 |
| Chinese Language/ Putonghua | 2 | 6 |
| English Language | 4 | 12 |
| Free Electives | 9 | 27 |
| Sub-total | 24 | 72 |
| Total | 40 | 120 |
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
For details of the programme structure and courses offered by the VS Programme in a 4-year curriculum, please download the file below:
CAPSTONE PROJECT
For details on the capstone project, please download the handbook below:
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
For the descriptions of VS courses and information about course prerequisites and restrictions, please visit the Registry's website here.
CLASSIFICATION OF PROGRAMME ELECTIVES
The revamped curriculum of BA (Honors) in Visual Studies adopts a progressive, discipline-focused learning model. The levels of difficulty and different subjects of programme electives are shown here. Students should make reference to this guideline when selecting your preferred concentration and courses under different categories.
RECOMMENDED STUDY PLAN
To facilitate your course registration from Year 1 to Year 4, students are highly recommended to follow this study plan and pay attention to important deadlines. You should also discuss your study plan with the academic advisor.