FINA10026 Critical and Theoretical Studies 1
University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 3 class hours a week
- 20% group work
Is FINA10026 hard?
FINA10026: Easier. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam, First-year subject. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
How to describe and interpret art, from the earliest works to the late 1800s, with essay and research skills.
After it you can
- Describe and interpret works of art
- Link art to its historical context
- Research and write an art history essay
What you need first
None
What it leads to
- FINA10032 Critical and Theoretical Studies 2
- FINA10034 Studio Studies 2
- FINA30024 Performance Design Studio
- GDES20002 Colour Studio
How it’s assessed
Quizzes 10%, Presentations 70%, Reports and essays 20%
Student reviews and ratings
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Quick answers
- When is FINA10026 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking FINA10026?
- No prerequisites.
- Does FINA10026 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Quizzes 10%, Presentations 70%, Reports and essays 20%.
- How many class hours a week does FINA10026 have?
- 3 h a week in class
- Can I take FINA10026 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Design.
- What can I take after FINA10026?
- 4 subjects need it first, for example FINA10032, FINA10034, FINA30024, GDES20002.
- Can I rate FINA10026?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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