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Course Information

Bachelor of Contemporary Arts

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code Y81

This course, with majors in Photomedia, Fashion and Visual Arts, has an emphasis on quality creative output and critical inquiry, with an international outlook. Students will gain professional artistic experience through development of creative networks, production, studio work and exhibitions, combined with theoretical insights that engage with our current visual culture. The course also prepares graduates with skills that are integral to the workplace, such as communication, independence, innovation and lateral thinking.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Work Experience Option

- All students engage with industry and have site visits through the unit CCA3111 Preparation for Professional Life. - Students are able to complete the unit CCA3104 Professional Placement and have it count towards their major. - Students are able to undertake individual industry projects through the unit CCA3108 Independent Study and have it count towards their major.

Prerequisites

Students must have successfully completed any prerequisite units; successfully completed at least two thirds of the requirements towards their degree and either:have a Weighted average mark (WAM) of 65% or higher across their course, or have a WAM of 70% or higher for the two semesters preceding their application.

Application process

Students should initially consult with their Course Coordinator at the commencement of their second year regarding Work Integrated Learning processes, timelines and requirements. Students who meet the criteria and who wish to participate in Work Integrated Learning must apply in writing to their Course Coordinator no later than the end of their second year of study. Selection will be based on academic performance, the application and a formal interview process (the interview process typically involves an ECU staff member to begin with and the industry host before the placement is finalised).

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply creative thinking and innovation to generate and evaluate complex ideas and provide sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges.
2. Demonstrate International and cross-cultural awareness, including Indigenous cultural competence as they relate to visual representation and critical inquiry.
3. Demonstrate a professional level of written and oral communication skills to synthesise existing research and articulate new creative concepts .
4. Demonstrate deep theoretical and conceptual knowledge of Visual Art principles and history and their application to contemporary arts.
5. Demonstrate initiative and judgment in planning, problem solving, and decision making processes to manage the workflow of projects in a professional and ethical manner.
6. Reflect on and evaluate own understandings of the range of theories, techniques, and strategies relevant to area(s) of specialisation to adapt to the evolving multidisciplinary needs of arts practice.
7. Work independently and collaboratively to produce creative outcomes and evaluate the critical engagement.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• AQF Cert IV;
• Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test; or
• Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test;
• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 3 Years
• Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

• Mount Lawley: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

A/Prof Panizza Ruth ALLMARK

Course Structure

Students are required to complete the following four core units (60 credit points):

Students are also required to complete 180 credit points in the form of a 12 unit major from within the Bachelor of Contemporary Arts.

Students must complete a further eight units (120 credit points) in the form a of an eight unit major, minor(s), and/or elective units.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course