Contemporary Art: Concepts and Theories

1.00 credits · Undergraduate

This lecture course introduces key concepts and theories that animate contemporary art, providing a foundation for students embarking upon their studies in the creative industries. It offers theoretical, historical, and cross-disciplinary perspectives, including the politics of race, gender, and anti-colonial movements. Topics such as materiality, technology, ethics, appropriation, participation, and time are addressed while thinking through the potentials and limits of various media and practices.