ARTHIST 349

Special Topic: Art and Fashion

Description

Provides an interdisciplinary study of topics in and tensions between art, fashion, clothing and textiles within a global context. Covering the sixteenth to the twenty-first century, it examines how these realms have intertwined, shaping cultural narratives, social politics and identities. Case studies encounter such themes as representation and identity, conflict and exchange, making and materiality, and consumption and consumerism.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines for 2026 will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2026

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Points

ARTHIST 349: 15 points

Prerequisites

15 points at Stage II in Art History and 60 points passed

Restrictions

ARTHIST 249