Renaissance and Baroque Art (ARTT2010)

Course overview

This course is about the realities and myths of Renaissance and Baroque art from the 14th to the 17th centuries. We will explore paintings, sculptures and architecture by both iconic and lesser known artists in order to understand why Renaissance and Baroque art still matters to our understanding of the world in which we live. We begin with the Italian Renaissance, and consider topics such as the reinterpretation of antiquity, the development of scientific perspective, and the rise of individualism and secular humanism. Moving to the Northern Renaissance, especially in Germany and the Netherlands, we will consider new artistic approaches to light and colour, the revolution of printmaking, the impact of the Reformation, and the emergence of Mannerism as a vital style. This will prepare the way for our discussion of Baroque art in both Italy and Northern Europe, and themes such as patronage, theatricality, and the cult of the artist. Emphasis is on developing visual literacy, critical thinking, and confidence in writing about art.

Course requirements

Recommended prerequisites

We recommend completing the following courses before enrolling in this one:

ARTT1106

Incompatible

You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:

ARTT2102

Course contact

Course staff

Timetable

The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.

Additional timetable information

Whilst every effort is made to place students in their preferred activity, it is not always possible for a student to be enrolled in their tutorial of choice. If you require assistance, please ensure that you email timetabling.commarts@enquire.uq.edu.au from your UQ student email with: 

• Your name 
• Your student ID 
• The course code 
• A list of three tutorial preferences (in order of preference) 
• Reason for the change – e.g. timetable clash, elite athlete status, SAP 

Teaching staff do not have access to change tutorials or help with timetables; all timetabling changes must be processed through the Timetabling Team. 

Aims and outcomes

• To develop a basic art historical understanding for Renaissance and Baroque art
• To develop visual literacy, critical thinking and visual analysis skills
• To familiarise students with the main artists and art movements of the period
• To develop students' ability to respond to works of art
• To provide an introduction to the critical vocabulary used in discussing ﾠRenaissance and Baroque ﾠart

Learning outcomes

After successfully completing this course you should be able to:

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment details

Participation in weekly tutorials

Mode

Oral, Written

Category

Tutorial/ Problem Set

Weight

20%

Due date

5/03/2025 - 28/05/2025

Learning outcomes

L01, L02, L03, L04, L05

Task description

Submission guidelines

Submitted in class.

Deferral or extension

You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.

This assessment task is to be completed in person. Students are NOT able to apply for an extension via the Unitask portal for this assessment item. Please contact your tutor/course coordinator directly to see if alternative arrangements are available.

In class test (held during lecture time)

• In-person

Mode

Written

Category

Examination

Weight

40%

Due date

30/04/2025 12:00 pm

Learning outcomes

L01, L02, L03, L04, L05

Task description

Exam details

Submission guidelines

Submitted in class.

Deferral or extension

You may be able to defer this exam.

If you are unable to complete this assessment due to medical reasons or exceptional circumstances, please apply for deferred exam with appropriate supporting documentation.

The deferred exam will be scheduled for 7th May during tutorial times.

Please note that this will be the only opportunity to complete the deferred exam. If you do not complete the deferred exam at this time you will receive zero marks.

Research Esssay

Mode

Written

Category

Essay/ Critique

Weight

40%

Due date

11/06/2025 4:00 pm

Learning outcomes

L01, L02, L03, L04, L05

Task description

Submission guidelines

Submit via TurnItIn.

TurnItIn Receipts: 

Assignments for this course will be submitted electronically via Blackboard and using TurnItIn. Before submitting any assignments for this course, you must ensure you have completed UQ's compulsory online Academic Integrity Tutorial. 

When you successfully submit your assessment to TurnItIn you will see text confirming your submission is complete, before being redirected to your Assignment inbox. On this page you can: 

• View the name of the submitted file 
• View date and time of the upload 
• Resubmit your paper (if necessary) 
• Download your submitted paper 
• Download digital receipt. 

If you cannot see your submission in your Assignment inbox you should regard your submission as unsuccessful. Students are responsible for retaining evidence of submission by the due date for all assessment items, in the required form (e.g. screenshot, email, photo, and an unaltered copy of submitted work). 

If the submission was not successful: 

• Note the error message (preferably take a screenshot).  
• Go to your assignment page and see if it is possible to submit again. 
• If you cannot submit again email your course coordinator immediately with the assignment attached. 

Please visit this webpage for further advice on how to submit your TurnItIn assignment. 

Deferral or extension

You may be able to apply for an extension.

The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.

Late submission

A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.

Course grading

Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.

Additional course grading information

• Where fractional marks occur in the calculation of the final grade, a mark of x.5% or greater will be rounded up to (x+1)%. A percentage mark of less than x.5% will be rounded down to x%.  
• Where no assessable work is received, a Grade of X will apply.

Supplementary assessment

Supplementary assessment is available for this course.

Additional assessment information

• Further information regarding the assessment, including marking criteria and/or marking rubrics are available in the ‘Assessment’ folder in Blackboard for this course. 
• Marks Cannot Be Changed After Being Released: Marks are not open to negotiation with course staff. If you wish to discuss the feedback you have received, you should make an appointment to speak with the Course Coordinator. 
• Assessment Re-mark: If you are considering an Assessment Re-mark, please follow the link to important information you should consider before submitting a request. 
• Integrity Pledge: Assignments for this course will be submitted electronically via Blackboard and using Turnitin. Before submitting any assignments for this course, you must ensure you have completed UQ's compulsory online Academic Integrity Modules.ﾠIn uploading an assignment via Turnitin you are certifying that it is your original work, that it has not been copied in whole or part from another person or source except where this is properly acknowledged, and that it has not in whole or part been previously submitted for assessment in any other course at this or any other university. 
• Withholding marks prior to finalisation of grades: Per UQ Assessment Procedures – Release of Assessment Item Marks and Grades: The final assessment item and the marks for the assessment item are to be released only after the final grade for the course has been released.
• This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.

Learning resources

You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.

Library resources

Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.

Learning activities

The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.

Policies and procedures

University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:

• Student Code of Conduct Policy
• Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
• Assessment Procedure
• Examinations Procedure
• Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure

Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.

Course guidelines

Communication Expectations 

While you are a student at UQ, all communication must be conducted according to the UQ Student Code of Conduct. The UQ Library has a helpful Communicate and collaborate online module.  

• Email is the primary way for you to send messages to, and receive information from, the School and our staff.  
• You must use your UQ email address (not a private address) to communicate with staff.   
• You should add a clear subject line, including course code, and a 2-3 word statement.  
• You can send email at any time, however please do not expect responses outside normal working hours (Monday to Friday from ~8am to ~5pm).  
• Emails that constitute bullying, harassment or discrimination against staff contravene the Student Code of Conduct. Emails like this will be reported to the University, and the matter will be pursued as misconduct.