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Department of Sociology and Communication
Programme: Kommunikáció és médiatudomány alapszak - kötelező tárgyak 2018-tól
Subject Role: Kötelezően választott
Recommended semester: 0
Objectives
This course is an introduction to art history with a special focus on the changing role of art in visual culture. It discusses different definitions of art and the historically chaning role art has played in culture. Beyond introducing the big epochs in Western art history, it touches upon the issues of canonizing other traditions.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
- Basic knowledge of social science methodologies
- Solid knowledge of conceptualization for studying communication and media phenomena.
Ability
- Ability to make judgements in practical tasks, ability to make independent decisions
- Analytical skills.
Attitude
- Acceptance of other (non-Western) cultural traditions
- Acceptance of one's own (Western) cultural traditions
Autonomy and responsibility
- Adoption and enforcement of professional standards.
Methodology of teaching
Lectures and class discussions.
Materials supporting learning
- Gombirch, E. H. (2002) A művészet története. Budapest: Glória. (Fordította Falvay Mihály)
- Shusterman, R. (2003) Pragmatista esztétika. Budapest: Pesti Kalligram.
- Panofsky, E. (1984) A jelentés a vizuális művészetekben. Budapest: Gondolat. (Fordította Tellér Gyula)
- Piper, D. (1987) A művészet élvezete. Budapest: Helikon. (Fordította Turai Hedvig et al.).
General Rules
Attendance is mandatory. Max. 3 missed classes.
Performance evaluation methods
In-class activity, assignments, essay
Proportion of performance evaluations performed during the diligence period in the rating
- class activity: 20
- assignments: 30
- essay: 50
Proportion of examination elements in the rating
- -: 0
The condition for obtaining the signature, validity of the signature
Attendance, submitting 50% of assigments
Grading
| % | |
|---|---|
| Excellent | 96 |
| Very good | 85–95 |
| Good | 70–84 |
| Satisfactory | 60–69 |
| Pass | 50–59 |
| Fail | < 50 |
Correction and retake
Retake and make-up test options are defined by the valid regulations of the University’s Code on Education and Examination.
Study work required to complete the course
| Work type | Amount of work hours |
|---|---|
| classes | 56 |
| reading literature | 24 |
| writing assignments | 24 |
| writing essay | 46 |
| total | 150 |
Approval and validity of subject requirements
Topics discussed during the semester
The notion of Art History; The beginning of art history; Visual representation and art; Narrative perspective in art history; The problem of periods; Cultural and regional differences; Analyses
| Topics of lectures |
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Lecturers participating in teaching
| Name | Rank | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rajkó Andrea | ||
| Gréczi Emőke |