Courses & Units
Topics in Creative Arts and Media FSX406
Introduction
This unit provides an opportunity for you to explore in-depth historical, theoretical and/or contextual aspects of creative arts research. Topics focus on recent developments in key areas of research and practice, generated from current research activities within the School of Creative Arts and Media, enabling you to refine research and communication skills appropriate for postgraduate study.
Summary
| Unit name | Topics in Creative Arts and Media |
|---|---|
| Unit code | FSX406 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Creative Arts and Media |
| Discipline | Arts|Media|Music|Theatre |
| Coordinator | Doctor Jane Woollard |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse current debates in scholarship in the creative arts and media and communication.
- Evaluate and summarise a range of source materials relevant to your research interests.
- Use written and oral modes of presentation to communicate scholarly concepts, debates, and theories to diverse audiences.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109999 | $1,002.00 | $858.00 | not applicable | $2,445.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On Campus (Hobart and Launceston) Weekly Tutorial/Workshop 2hrs Plus, Synchronous online weekly lecture (1hr) In addition: 7 hour engagement with unit content and self directed learning per week |
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| Assessment | Task 3: Podcast Presentation (35%)|Task 1: Review of Creative Work or Media Object (25%)|Task 2: Annotated Bibliography (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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