Medieval galleries at the V&A and British Museum 2

We will investigate contacts between Europe and the Islamic world during the Middle Ages through the medium of art. The morning session will be taught at the Victoria and Albert Museum and continue at the British Museum in the afternoon.

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Key course information

Date
12/02/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £44^NC

Venue
OS - Off site

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Course code
VB199

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course is about discovering how artists in Medieval Europe reacted to and were influenced by Islamic art.

What topics will we cover?

During the visit we will explore artefacts, such as ivories, glassware and metalwork, in the Islamic and Medieval galleries at both the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum, to consider how Western artists were inspired by Islamic art.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Recognise the characteristics of Islamic art in Islamic artefacts at the Victoria and Albert Museum and the British Museum.
- Recognise characteristics of Islamic art in European medieval artefacts at the Victoria and Albert Museum and the British Museum.
- Understand the main characteristics of the artisic relationship between medieval western Europe and the Islamic world.

- Understand the underlying similarities and differences in the art from these two interconnected cultures.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is suitable for beginners; you do not need to have studied art history before. However, it will also be suitable for students with some knowledge of the subject.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs, and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

There will be a guided tour round the galleries at the Victoria and Albert Museum and the British Museum. There will be an extended lunchtime break, during which you are expected to make your way from the Victoria and Albert Museum to the British Museum.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. All students complete a 'statement of learning' form at the beginning and end of the course to assess their achievement. The tutor will provide informal feedback during the guided tour of the galleries.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You might like to try another course on Medieval art or another of the art history courses offered by City Lit.

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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