History and theory of the arts Field of study: Music in Multimedia
Programme code: W6-S2MLA25.2025

Module name: History and theory of the arts
Module code: W6-DigiCrea-MM-HTA
Programme code: W6-S2MLA25.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module "History and Theory of the Arts" aims to introduce students to fundamental issues related to the history and theory of the visual arts. The course explores key artistic movements, trends, and techniques that have significantly influenced the development of art from prehistoric times to the present day. Students will analyze selected artworks and the historical and social contexts in which they were created. The module focuses on various forms of artistic expression, such as painting, sculpture, photography, and digital arts, emphasizing their role in communication and expressing identity. Through lectures, students will develop skills in analyzing and interpreting art, considering its impact on contemporary culture. The module also provides a critical perspective on the evolution of artistic technologies and their relationship with new media.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student knows key artistic movements, trends, and techniques that influenced the development of visual art from prehistory to the present day. [IMG-S2-HTA_1]
 W6-MM-S2-W01 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-W05 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-W06 [2/5]
The student understands the historical and social contexts in which selected artworks were created. [IMG-S2-HTA_2]
 W6-MM-S2-W01 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-W05 [5/5] W6-MM-S2-W10 [2/5]
The student knows the role of various forms of artistic expression, such as painting, sculpture, photography, and digital arts, in communication and expressing identity. [IMG-S2-HTA_3]
 W6-MM-S2-W01 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-W02 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-W05 [3/5]
The student can analyze and interpret artworks, considering their impact on contemporary culture and the evolution of artistic technologies. [IMG-S2-HTA_4]
 W6-MM-S2-U05 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-U08 [4/5]
The student can critically assess the relationship between art and new media in the context of contemporary artistic phenomena. [IMG-S2-HTA_5]
 W6-MM-S2-K04 [5/5] W6-MM-S2-K05 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W_HTA] 27 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Value-based methods – expressive methods [c09]  		exam IMG-S2-HTA_1 IMG-S2-HTA_2 IMG-S2-HTA_3 IMG-S2-HTA_4 IMG-S2-HTA_5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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