UnitLevel 4Undergraduate

FNA4001 Fine art project studies

Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

FNA4001 Fine art project studies is a level 4, 12-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.

Credit points
12
Offered in 2027
Semester 1
Caulfield
Assessment
No exam
1 task

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Requisites

Before FNA4001

Corequisites

Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.

After FNA4001

1 unit list FNA4001 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

You must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) (F3701).

Overview

Fine Art Research at Honours level is largely self-directed and non-prescriptive in terms of content. You will produce a proposal at the beginning of the semester but are free to develop the project in new directions as needed. You will meet regularly with your mentors while undertaking independent research and your work will be discussed and debated in group settings and weekly crit sessions.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterCaulfieldOn campus

Assessment

  • Single project / folioProject
    100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Identify and critically evaluate discourse and techniques relevant to your chosen area of research;

  2. 2

    Critically evaluate and apply an appropriate research methodology to support sustained independent practice as an artist, curator or art historian;

  3. 3

    Communicate and present your research through appropriate modes of practice within Fine Art Studio, Curating or Art History;

  4. 4

    Extend and refine your critical and creative capabilities through the development of a major practice-based research project;

  5. 5

    Demonstrate an understanding of site, positioning and environment within your research practice.

Workload and teaching

  • Studio activities48 hours

24 hours per week including 6 contact hours and 18 hours of independent study, or equivalent.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Dr Nicholas Mangan
Chief Examiners
Dr Nicholas Mangan

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for FNA4001?

None, but you must take OHS1000 before or alongside it.

What can I take after FNA4001?

FNA4001 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including FNA4002.

When is FNA4001 offered?

In 2027, FNA4001 runs in Semester 1 at Caulfield.

Does FNA4001 have an exam?

No. FNA4001 has 1 assessment task and no exam.

More details

Credit points
12
Level
4
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational unit
Department of Fine Art
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.250
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Not available