F4J Bachelor of Contemporary Arts with Honours as at 14th May, 2002
Bachelor of Contemporary Arts with Honours
Abbreviation: BCA(Hons)
Course code: F4J
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6324 3601
Introductory comments
Offered subject to Council approval
This on-campus, 1 year full-time (or 2 consecutive years part-time) course is offered on the
Launceston campus through the School of Visual & Performing Arts.
The BCA(Hons) aims to provide an introduction to research training in the visual and/or
theatre arts through the preparation, execution and presentation of an in-depth,
supervised project complemented by coursework research skills study.
Admission & prerequisites
Students may be offered a place in the BCA(Hons) on the basis of:
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a degree in the visual and/or performing arts or a degree in a cognate area or the
equivalent (as determined by the dean);
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an average mark of Distinction or above in the major area of study in the final year
of the three-year undergraduate degree;
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demonstrating during audition/interview process the capacity to undertake the
BCA(Hons)
BCA(Hons) course specifications are published in the Calendar, copies of which are held in
the University Library, Student Administration, School Offices and the Faculty Office, and
is accessible on the web from
<www.admin.utas.edu.au/HANDBOOKS/handbooks.html>.
Course objectives
The objectives of the BCA(Hons) are to:
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introduce students to research methods and strategies relevant to contemporary
visual and theatre arts practices;
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foster the student’s capacity for critical thinking, analysis and reflection through the
formation and testing of theoretical propositions in visual, written, oral and/or
performative modes;
develop the student’s technical and aesthetic abilities so that ideas can be confidently
expressed in visual, performative and/or textual modes;
provide students with an opportunity to plan, implement and present a significant
research project set within the context of contemporary studio/theatre practice and
theory;
cultivate the student’s communication abilities in being able to present and defend
their beliefs and assumptions in settings such as seminars, workshops, conferences
and symposia;
enhance the student’s prospects for an arts career in fields such as independent
visual arts studio and theatre practice, arts directorship and curatorship, arts
management and academic and vocational teaching positions; and
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provide access to higher degrees by research programs.
Career outcomes
Graduates from the BCA(Hons) will find employment in a variety of positions within the
visual and performing arts professions. Students who specialise in either 2D Studies or 3D
Studies or Theory Studies may work as curators, gallery administrators, researchers and
teachers, as well as participating in individual and group-generated projects and studio
practice. Students who specialise in Theatre Studies stream may work in professional
theatre as actors, stage managers or technicians, film and television, or in public relations.
Course structure
Students undertake a nominated course of study approved by the Faculty on the
recommendation of the Head of the School of Visual & Performing Arts. Unless otherwise
approved by the Faculty, the subject area chosen by the student should be one in which
the candidate has undertaken major studies in the degree of Bachelor of Contemporary
Arts or equivalent.
The following specialisations are available:
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Art Theory;
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3D Studies;
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2D Studies;
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Theatre.
Students enrol in HXA400 (100% full-time) or HXA401 (50% part-time) and take the
following sub-units [HECS weighting is carried by umbrella enrolment code HXA400/401;
weightings for sub-units are nominal]:
Articulation
Students who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Contemporary Arts with
Honours may apply for entry to a higher degree (Masters or PhD) in accordance with
policies governing candidature for such admission.
General provisions
The dean may, on the recommendation of the Head of School, permit a candidate whose
work has been interrupted by illness or other unavoidable cause to complete the course
over a longer period.
The classes of honours are first class, second class and third class. There is an upper and
lower division in the second class.
Schedule
campus-sem
Unit title
Bachelor of
L1&2
Contemporary Arts
with Honours Full
time
Bachelor of
L1&2
Contemporary Arts
with Honours Part
time
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weight
100%
code
HXA400
50%
HXA401
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Honours Project
Work in Context
Paper
Research Methods
in the Arts
L1&2
L1&2
0%
0%
HXA402
HXA403
L1
0%
HXA404
Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Contact
<@utas.edu.au>
Additional Information
The following information answers some frequently asked questions.
Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority
Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Arts
Campus(es) offered
Mode of delivery | Full time | Part time
Course duration | 1 years minimum (2 semesters) | 2 years maximum (4 semesters)
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: YES
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