F3701 Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours)
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) (F3701) is a 1 years full-time, 48-credit-point, bachelor honours degree course from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, taught at Caulfield. Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.
- Credit points
- 48
- Duration
- 1 years full time
- Campus
- Caulfield
- On campus
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Overview
This is a prestigious program in the discipline and practice of fine art for high achieving students who have completed a relevant undergraduate degree. You will undertake coursework, research and practical training with a focus on fine art studio, curation, or art history and theory. Carrying out an independent research project in your selected area of specialisation, you will work closely with a supervisor who will provide you with individual guidance and academic counselling. The course offers a pathway to higher level research in fine art.
Specialisations
- Fine art studio
- Curating, art history and theory
Course structure
Part A. Coursework18 credit points
Core coursework units
12 credit pointsAdditional coursework unit
6 credit pointsIf you are taking the Fine art studio specialisation, you must complete the following unit.
Part B. Research30 credit points
Fine art studio
30 credit pointsCurating, art history and theory
30 credit pointsThe handbook's description of this structure
This course consists of a combination of coursework and research. In the coursework component you will develop advanced theoretical and/or technical knowledge of fine art and appropriate research methodologies. In the research component you will plan and execute a research project under the individual guidance of an academic supervisor.
Course progression map
The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.
This course comprises 48 points structured in two parts: Part A: Coursework (18 points) and Part B: Independent research (30 points)
Units are 6 points unless otherwise indicated.
Part A. Coursework (18 points)
You must complete:
- AHT4503 Advanced art theory
- AHT4504 Art theory research seminar
- OHS1000 Introduction to art and design health and safety (0 points) - if not previously passed or exempted
and one of the following:
Fine art studio
- FNA4011 Research methods
Curating, art history and theory
- one 6 point elective (from Level 3 or 4) chosen in consultation with the Honours Coordinator
Part B. Research (30 points)
Fine art studio
You must complete:
- FNA4001 Project studies (fine art honours) (12 points)
- FNA4002 Major project (fine art honours) (18 points)
Curating, art history and theory
You must complete:
- AHT4111 Project studies (curating, art history and theory honours) (12 points)
- AHT4112 Major project (curating, art history and theory honours) (18 points)
Learning outcomes
These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.
Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:
- 1
critically analyse and refine both studio and theoretical research in order to undertake sustained independent practice at a professional level
- 2
identify, evaluate and communicate relevant research concepts in relation to aesthetics, history, theory and cultural issues at a level compatible with entry level higher research degrees
- 3
contextualise, generate and apply advanced understanding of the discipline of fine arts to communicate and position your research practice critically within it
- 4
interpret, represent and respond to diverse modes of human experience, expression and linguistic diversity, including the socio-economic and cultural contexts of fine arts practice and the ethical responsibilities of the profession
- 5
identify and apply occupational health and safety measures appropriate to the area of study.
Entry requirements
English language
Monash Level A, that is: IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test
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Progression to further studies
Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to a Monash master's by coursework degree, and if admitted you may be eligible for credit.
Successful completion of this course may also provide the preparation necessary to undertake a master's by research degree or a doctoral (PhD) degree.
Other information
This is a prestigious program in the discipline and practice of fine art for high achieving students who have completed a relevant undergraduate degree. You will undertake coursework, research and practical training with a focus on fine art studio, curation, or art history and theory. Carrying out an independent research project in your selected area of specialisation, you will work closely with a supervisor who will provide you with individual guidance and academic counselling. The course offers a pathway to higher level research in fine art.
Specialisations
- Fine art studio
- Curating, art history and theory
Contacts
- Academic Coordinator
- Associate Professor Daniel von Sturmer
- Dr Helen Hughes
Common questions
How long is Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours)?
1 years full time, 48 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 2 semesters of full-time study.
Where can I study Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours)?
At Caulfield.
How do I plan my Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) units?
Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.