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Statement of Attainment in Art History and Theory

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Overview About this course

Interested in art history? This engaging short course is a great way to build your understanding of how art is informed by culture, politics, religion and more. Take part in hearty conversations about art history and apply your learnings to your own practice.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

  • Use formal and informal research techniques to access information

  • Create written and spoken texts about cultural works

  • Develop your own opinions and ideas about cultural history and theory

  • Participate in constructive discussions with your peers about cultural history and theory

Course outcomes

Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

  • Experience receiving feedback from peers and/or other audiences

  • Cultural ideas and information for use in your own practice

  • A deeper appreciation for art history and culture

  • Comfort discussing your ideas and opinions with others

  • A pathway to further study

Suitability Is this course right for you?

Entry requirements

Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

  • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

  • A keen interest in the arts and creative industry

  • Basic computer skills and access to the internet to conduct research

  • An interest in developing your communication skills

  • The ability to work collaboratively with other students

TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

Pathways Future career and study options

Career pathways

Our graduates go onto roles like: practising artist, volunteer worker in a galleries and museums, gallery assistant, community arts professional and curator.

Study pathways

Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

Previous study 0 Courses

Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

The Statement of Attainment in Art History and Theory does not have any pre-requisite courses.

Further study 8 Courses

Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

Related study 1 Course

Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

Your experience counts

At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

Units Units taught in this course

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Analyse cultural history and theory CUARES503

  • Critique cultural works CUARES502

TAFE NSW services Facilities and support

TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

  • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

  • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

  • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

  • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

  • TAFE NSW Libraries

  • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

  • Smarthinking - online access to a tutor

  • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

  • Student associations – get social with our student community

Delivery options Find a location to enrol

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