English for Art & Design
English for Art & Design is designed to be useful for any student who is interested in learning more about the creative world of art and design in English.
The first aim of English for Art & Design is for students to become familiar with some famous examples of art and design in the world. The second aim is for students to learn fundamental vocabulary about how people create, and how we talk about other people’s creations. The course builds on the knowledge that everybody has about very basic elements such as line, space, colour, shape and combines them with principles of design and composition. Students will learn specific words to understand descriptions of how designers work, as well as about important vocabulary for architects. At the end of this course, students will be well-placed to begin the study of Architecture at the Faculty level, in English.
Assessment: 100% Final Examination
In the examination, students will demonstrate understanding of basic concepts and knowledge of key vocabulary in English which they will have learned by careful week-by-week, and day-by-day, study. To have a realistic chance of passing this course, students will need to preview and review each successive lesson in good time.
Scope & Sequence
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Lesson |
Topic |
Lesson |
Topic |
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1-3 |
What is art and design? Looking at famous artists and designers. |
4-5 |
Elements of Design Words in English to talk about line, colour, shape, texture. |
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6-7 |
Visual Composition How images use balance, harmony, rhythm, movement, proportion and variety. Putting elements and principle together to discuss images |
8
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Materials and Equipment What do creators use to create? |
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9 |
Steps in the Creative Process What is the creative process? Where do artists start? Finish? How do designers collaborate with clients to create what is wanted? |
10 |
The Vocabulary of Architecture Specific words to talk about the design of buildings and other structures |
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11-12 |
The commercial world of art and design Where is art and design created, exhibited and sold? Why is some art worth 100,000s or milions of dollars? |
12 |
Who’s who? Famous names in the world and history of visual creative arts. |
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13 |
Revision |
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Final Exam |