Browse Hierarchy ARTD5002: Critical Theory 3: Accessibility and Interdisciplinary Practice

This module focuses on art and theory in the 21st century. It will examine contemporary interfaces between art and science, art and media, art and economy, art and ecology, art and politics, art and philosophy. It will consider a range of post-postmodern theories of contemporary art including Altermodern, Relational and Participatory Aesthetics, neo-romanticism and neo-humanism. It will examine new international dialogues between 'the West and the Rest' (Sakai Naoki) and the impacts of cultural diplomacy, nomad culture and globalisation. It will address a range of current issues in art including the role of biennales, digital art, interspecies interactions, archiving and re-presenting art. Developing your research and essay writing skills is a key part of this module.