The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to anatomy through visual arts, using an integrated approach. Students will have an opportunity to gain knowledge and visual comprehension of the structures that compose the human body and develop communication skills relevant to both disciplines. The structure and function of the body will be explored and put in context using a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional materials and processes including live and anatomical models. The course will be co-taught by academics in the College of Arts and Social Sciences and The College of Health and Medicine. Sessions are delivered at the Medical School anatomy facility and the School of Art and Design, Foundation Studies studios. A peer mentoring process will be established between science students with a background in anatomy and visual art students. Applying a blended learning model this course will take advantage of the ANU’s online learning environment.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Describe the structures of the human body, and their relationships and functions, using appropriate anatomical terminology.
- Demonstrate original exploration of visual arts materials and process in the context of anatomical studies
- Application of visual arts processes to communicate their understanding of anatomy to a range of audiences
- Evaluate and reflect upon knowledge and skills gained using relevant terminologies and techniques
Other Information
This course will be held in a Winter Session during late June to mid July. Places are limited to 26 due to the exhibition and workshop. Students must register their interest online at expression of interest form. Please include a short paragraph of why you want to take this course and what you expect from undertaking it. Selection will be based on grade and statement in EoI.
Registrations will close on 31 March and students will be notified of the outcome by early May.
Indicative Assessment
- Visual and reflective diary - to be submitted 1 week after the completion of the course (20) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Projects generated during the course, including the independent project exhibited at the conclusion of the course. (70) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Active participation (online, in-class, exhibition set-up and pack-down) (10) [LO 1,2,3,4]
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Workload
This course runs intensively for 3 weeks during the winter session:
- Day 1: Induction and NGA Visit
- Days 2-9: At least 6 hours scheduled teaching (3 hours studio/laboratory-based teaching and workshop) per day, conducted in the Medical School Anatomy facility and the School of Art and Design.
- Days 10-13: At least 6 hours per day independent studio work
- Days 14-16: At least 6 hours per day independent studio work and exhibition set-up, mounting and pack-up
Inherent Requirements
Not yet determined
Requisite and Incompatibility
You will need to contact the ANU Medical School to request a permission code to enrol in this course.
Prescribed Texts
Nil
Preliminary Reading
Classic Human Anatomy: The Artist's Guide to Form, Function, and Movement. Valerie L. Winslow. Watson-Guptill (December 23, 2008)Majors
Specialisations
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $3120 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $4800 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
Winter Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6343 | 26 Jun 2020 | 24 Jul 2020 | 24 Jul 2020 | 17 Jul 2020 | In Person | N/A |
Spring Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9629 | 20 Nov 2020 | 27 Nov 2020 | 27 Nov 2020 | 11 Dec 2020 | In Person | View |