AREV 1005 : Methods and Theories of Art History

Methods and Theories of Art History is an intermediate Art History course that focuses onmethods and approaches to Art History. Students will explore methodologies employed by arthistorians to understand Art; Formalism, Iconography, Semiotics, Marxism, Feminism, Sexualities,Cultural Studies, and Postcolonial Theory. This course will cover a range of critical theories anddivergent perspectives and approached used in analysing Art. Students will participate indiscussion, critical reading and reflection as they learn to articulate their ideas, positions andvoices.