autumn 2024
KVI-2517 Sami Art - 10 ECTS
Course content
This course introduces students to the artistic production of northern indigenous peoples, with particular focus on Sámi art. The concept of art is here understood in a broad sense, and includes, among others, traditional and new media, decorated objects (with or without practical functions) and architecture. The course establishes a basic terminological, methodological, ethical and theoretical framework that involves a discussion and problematizing of concepts such as "indigenous", "modern" and "contemporary", for example. In our analyses, we connect art works to debates and theories relevant to current discourses in the disciplines of art history, indigenous studies and the broader humanities.Objectives of the course
After completing the course, you will have the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
You will have developed knowledge and understanding in the areas listed below:
- Sámi art (dáidda, duodji, architecture) in recent times.
- The establishment of an institutional framework for Sámi art (through for example art schools, centres, exhibitions, criticism, collections and architecture).
- Examples of art produced by other indigenous peoples in Northern and Arctic areas.
- Central categories and definitions relating to Sámi and indigenous art and their effect on art historical practice.
Skills
You will be able to:
- Work independently with research problems and debated art historical problems.
- Discuss and problematize indigenous art, contemporary art, duodji, design and public architecture in the context of Sámi and other relevant cultures.
- Communicate art historical research problems, analyses, and interpretations of indigenous art of the northern areas to specialists and to the general public.
- Structure and formulate complex academic discussions.
Teaching methods
The course is organized in three seminars, with each extending over two days. The seminars take place at the beginning, middle and end of the semester and amounts to a total of about 26-30 hours.
The course employs a number of teaching methods, ranging from dialogic lectures to group discussions and presentations with an active use of visual media. We also visit museum and gallery exhibitions in order to view and discuss works of art in situ. Lecturers give individual and collective guidance to students.
Schedule
Examination
| Examination: | Date: | Grade scale: |
|---|---|---|
| Off campus exam | 18.11.2024 14:00 (Hand in) | A–E, fail F |
Coursework requirements:To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements: |
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| Oral presentation or essay | Approved – not approved | |
- About the course
- Campus: Tromsø |
- ECTS: 10
- Course code: KVI-2517
- Responsible unit
- Institutt for språk og kultur
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