Programme: Communication and media studies Bachelor’s Programme compulsory subjects from 2018
Subject Role: Compulsory elective
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.
Academic results
Knowledge
- Basic knowledge of social science methodologies
- Solid knowledge of conceptualization for studying communication and media phenomena.
Skills
- 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
Independence and responsibility
- Adoption and enforcement of professional standards.
Teaching methodology
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 assessment methods
In-class activity, assignments, essay
Percentage of performance assessments, conducted during the study period, within the rating
- class activity: 20
- assignments: 30
- essay: 50
Percentage of exam elements within the rating
Conditions for obtaining a signature, validity of the signature
Attendance, submitting 50% of assigments
Issuing grades
| % | |
|---|---|
| Excellent | 96-100 |
| Very good | 85–95 |
| Good | 70–84 |
| Satisfactory | 60–69 |
| Pass | 50–59 |
| Fail | < 50 |
Retake and late completion
Retake and make-up test options are defined by the valid regulations of the University’s Code on Education and Examination.
Coursework required for the completion of the subject
| Nature of work | Number of sessions per term |
|---|---|
| classes | 56 |
| reading literature | 24 |
| writing assignments | 24 |
| writing essay | 46 |
| total | 150 |
Approval and validity of subject requirements
Topics covered during the term
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
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Additional lecturers
| Name | Position | Contact details |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rajkó Andrea | ||
| Gréczi Emőke |