Theory of PhotographyLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: 2021058
Credits
5 op
Objective
The students will be able to
• recognize the key theoretical aspects of photography and place these within their historical context.
• identify the different contexts for and discourses on photography.
• present informed opinion based on their personal experiences on the topics to be discussed.
• apply the theory of photography in their work.
Content
On this course, the students will study topical key theories and philosophical questions in photography and discuss the relationship between photography and society and other forms of image-making. The course also includes a written and/or visual assignment on the topics discussed on the course.
Enrollment
08.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Arts Academy
Campus
Linnankatu Arts Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 28
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Fine Arts
Teachers
- Ismo Luukkonen
Groups
-
PKUVAS22
-
MVALOK24
-
MKUVAS23
Objective
The students will be able to
• recognize the key theoretical aspects of photography and place these within their historical context.
• identify the different contexts for and discourses on photography.
• present informed opinion based on their personal experiences on the topics to be discussed.
• apply the theory of photography in their work.
Content
On this course, the students will study topical key theories and philosophical questions in photography and discuss the relationship between photography and society and other forms of image-making. The course also includes a written and/or visual assignment on the topics discussed on the course.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.11.2022 - 09.01.2023
Timing
10.01.2023 - 06.02.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning
Unit
Arts Academy
Campus
Linnankatu Arts Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
6 - 12
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Fine Arts
Teachers
- Ismo Luukkonen
Groups
-
PKUVAS21
Objective
The students will be able to
• recognize the key theoretical aspects of photography and place these within their historical context.
• identify the different contexts for and discourses on photography.
• present informed opinion based on their personal experiences on the topics to be discussed.
• apply the theory of photography in their work.
Content
On this course, the students will study topical key theories and philosophical questions in photography and discuss the relationship between photography and society and other forms of image-making. The course also includes a written and/or visual assignment on the topics discussed on the course.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
22.11.2021 - 10.01.2022
Timing
11.01.2022 - 31.01.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning
Unit
Arts Academy
Campus
Linnankatu Arts Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Fine Arts
Teachers
- Ismo Luukkonen
Groups
-
PKUVAS20
Objective
The students will be able to
• recognize the key theoretical aspects of photography and place these within their historical context.
• identify the different contexts for and discourses on photography.
• present informed opinion based on their personal experiences on the topics to be discussed.
• apply the theory of photography in their work.
Content
On this course, the students will study topical key theories and philosophical questions in photography and discuss the relationship between photography and society and other forms of image-making. The course also includes a written and/or visual assignment on the topics discussed on the course.
Evaluation scale
H-5