The University of New South Wales

go to UNSW home page

Handbook Home

PRINT THIS PAGE
Paper Technology - SART9752
Library lawn

 
Faculty: College of Fine Arts
 
 
School:  School of Art
 
 
Course Outline: Download course outline (PDF format)
 
 
Campus: College of Fine Arts Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

In this course, students will undertake a comprehensive investigation of the characteristics and properties of paper in the broadest context, with emphasis on the wide variety of papers used by artists. Students will gain an insight into the history, making and usage of paper particularly as it applies to contemporary art practice. Through lectures, demonstrations, and projects, students will gain an understanding of the conservation of paper, handmade and casting paper processes and appropriate choice of paper for various media.

URL for this page:

© The University of New South Wales (CRICOS Provider No.: 00098G), 2004-2011. The information contained in this Handbook is indicative only. While every effort is made to keep this information up-to-date, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary arrangements, programs and courses at any time without notice and at its discretion. While the University will try to avoid or minimise any inconvenience, changes may also be made to programs, courses and staff after enrolment. The University may also set limits on the number of students in a course.