02ARH

NCEA Level 2 Art History

Course Description

NCEA Level 2 Art History

“Every picture tells a story” - Studying Art History teaches you to unpick these stories and gives you the skills to understand the visual world. Art History is about our history. 

Art History is aimed at students who have an interest in Art and wish to learn how and why is has been produced. It does not require any practical skills in Art and is ideal for students interested in History, Design, English and even aspects of the Performing Arts.

At this level we study the topic “Towards Modernism”. This looks at the art and architectural innovations of the 1800s, the impact this had on society then and compares it to our thinking and attitudes now.

You will delve into the artistic approaches of Neo-Classicism right through to the stylistic developments of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. You will explore the works of David, Delacroix, Courbet as well as Monet, Degas, Ceźanne and Van Gogh.

You will develop your ability to research, analyse and write in an investigative way in response to artists, artworks and the historical context in which the work is made.

Recommended Prior Learning

Due to the large written component of this course you must have Level 1 Literacy. Level 1 History would be an advantage.

Contributions and Equipment/ Stationary - Costs are applicable for Adult students only

There is a $60.00 Stationary fee for Level 2 Art History which covers the cost of two take home 'Towards Modernism' course books.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 12
External Assessed Credits: 8
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91181 v3
NZQA Info

Art History 2.2 - Examine the meanings conveyed by art works


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91182 v2
NZQA Info

Art History 2.3 - Examine the influence of context(s) on art works


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91184 v2
NZQA Info

Art History 2.5 - Communicate understanding of an art history topic


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91185 v2
NZQA Info

Art History 2.6 - Communicate a considered personal response to art works


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91186 v2
NZQA Info

Art History 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of art works in relation to their physical environments


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 8
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

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