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AH5146 Issues in Photographic Criticism

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module provides an introduction to key writings and debates in the history of photographic criticism from the 1830s to the present day. Our aim is to investigate the historical and methodological questions raised by critical approaches to photography and to provide a good grounding in the major issues and debates in the history of the medium. Among other themes, we will examine the social meanings of photography, the contested nature of its critical terms, its institutional status and curatorial practices, and the relevance of photography for debates on modern subjectivity and identity politics.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1.5. hour seminar ( x 11 weeks) and occasional fieldwork.

Scheduled learning hours: 11

Guided independent study hours: 298

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: An essay of 3,000 words

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Team taught