Program Overview

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Course Overview

Course Description

The course deals with Western art and Norwegian art, covering the history of modern art from romanticism to the present day. The period is characterized by industrialization, colonialism, and the emergence of new economic powers. In the 19th century, art emerged as an autonomous, free activity, liberated from the demands of patrons. The course also addresses the establishment of the concept of avant-garde art, women gaining access to art education, and their fight to enter the art world. Additionally, it covers globalization and postcolonial tendencies in our time.

Course Details

Course Content

The course covers the history of modern art from romanticism to the present day, including:

• Western art
• Norwegian art
• The emergence of art as an autonomous activity
• The establishment of avant-garde art
• Women's access to art education and their entry into the art world
• Globalization and postcolonial tendencies

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

After completing the course, the student will have:

• Basic knowledge of visual art from romanticism to contemporary art
• Knowledge of the connection between changing artistic expressions and movements in society
• Understanding of the developments and ability to see art in light of causal relationships and historical development processes
• Basic knowledge of theoretical directions and methods
• Sufficient knowledge of the art of the relevant periods to participate in the cultural debate

Skills

After completing the course, the student will be able to:

• Discuss key artists, styles, historical tendencies, and theoretical concepts from Romanticism to the contemporary
• Analyze an artwork and place the work within a relevant art historical context
• Use relevant art historical terminology to discuss the art of the era

Learning Methods and Activities

The course will include:

• Lectures
• Seminars or group teaching
• Excursions to local museums and exhibitions

Evaluation

The final assessment is based on a 3-day home exam, with letter grades.

Required Previous Knowledge

None.

Course Materials

The curriculum includes approximately 1500 pages, including illustrations.

Credit Reductions

The course has academic overlap with KUH1018. If both courses are taken, a credit reduction will be applied to the course with the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.

Subject Areas

• The History of Art

Examination

Examination Arrangement

The examination arrangement is a home examination, with a weighting of 100/100. The exam is 3 days long, and the grade is based on letter grades.

Ordinary Examination

The ordinary examination will take place in Autumn 2025, with the following details:

• Release time: 10:00
• Submission time: 10:00
• Duration: 3 days
• Exam system: Inspera Assessment

Re-sit Examination

The re-sit examination will take place in Spring 2026, with the following details:

• Release time: 10:00
• Submission time: 09:00
• Duration: 3 days
• Exam system: Inspera Assessment