Brief Introduction
Grow your visual analysis skills as you learn how to describe and learn from public sculpture artworks at the University of York.Course Summary
This course introduces students to the art history and public sculpture, exploring the ways in which sculptures have played an important role in shaping public spaces and how they are viewed by society.Key Learning Points
- Learn about the history and significance of public sculpture
- Discover the various materials and techniques used in creating sculptures
- Examine the role of public sculptures in shaping social and political ideologies
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Public Art Administrator
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: ₹4,00,000 - ₹8,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- Art Historian
- USA: $40,000 - $80,000
- India: ₹3,00,000 - ₹6,00,000
- Spain: €22,000 - €35,000
- Museum Curator
- USA: $35,000 - $70,000
- India: ₹2,50,000 - ₹5,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €30,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Gain an understanding of the history and significance of public sculpture
- Develop an appreciation for the various materials and techniques used in creating sculptures
- Examine the role of public sculptures in shaping social and political ideologies
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No previous knowledge of art history or sculpture is required
- A willingness to engage in critical thinking and analysis
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Video lectures
- Interactive quizzes and activities
Similar Courses
- Modern and Contemporary Art and Design
- Understanding Public Art and Sculpture
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Ai Weiwei
- Kara Walker
Related Books
Requirements
- This course will be of interest to anyone who visits museums and galleries or who is interested in culture, conservation, and heritage subjects. The course will also be helpful for those considering further study in art history, particularly A-Level students.
Knowledge
- Sculpture in the Built EnvironmentModern Sculpture: Histories, Ideas & TheoriesTwentieth-century Art in YorkshireThe Challenges of the New
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