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Introduction to The Arts and Dementia Care Unit

The Arts and Dementia Care unit, coded as FXA100, is a comprehensive program designed to explore the benefits of arts-based interventions in dementia care. This unit delves into the evidence-based research on the benefits that can be conferred through the stimulation of sensory perception, reminiscence, and subconscious movement using music, theatre, dance, and visual arts.

Unit Details

• Unit Name: The Arts and Dementia Care
• Unit Code: FXA100
• Credit Points: 12.5
• College/School: Arts and Society
• Discipline: Arts, Music, Theatre
• Coordinator: Doctor Brendan Lamb
• Available as an Elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Introductory

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, welcoming thoughts and feedback on this alignment.

Availability

• Location: Online
• Study Period: Semester 1
• Attendance Options:
  • On-campus
  • Off-Campus
  • International students
  • Domestic students

Key Dates

• Study Period: Semester 1
• Start Date: 23/2/2026
• Census Date: 17/3/2026
• WW Date: 20/4/2026
• End Date: 14/6/2026

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

• Describe the nature and purposes of a range of arts-based interventions currently used in Dementia Care
• Analyse how arts-based interventions can contribute to well-being, mood, and cognitive processing for those living with dementia
• Use basic research skills and critical facility in the evaluation of case studies and resources
• Apply formal and informal communication skills and self-reflection to engage in informed debate and complete a range of writing and oral tasks

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $1,020.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $2,972.00

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: Online learning materials with Zoom webinars, tutorials, and discussion boards (4 hours weekly) with additional self-directed learning
• Assessment:
  • Discussion contribution (10%)
  • Online quizzes (15%)
  • Research assignment (25%)
  • Proposal (50%)
• Timetable: Available for viewing through the lecture and full unit timetable links

Textbooks

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities as appropriate.