Students also study concepts and 3-D practices relating to the body, environmental art, and installation art. Introductory units 1to 4 stress the processes of making art and investigate the fundamental principles of sculpture. This is supported by historical, social, cultural, and theoretical input through individual and group readings, slide and video presentations, and seminar discussions. This approach encourages dialogue between theory and practice. Accordingly, students are expected to be aware of ideas and practices beyond the University environment, and as part of the course, regularly visit galleries and museums.
Students work towards clarifying and developing ideas through experimentation and discussion.
At this level the course possesses a more flexible structure, allowing students to develop self-directed studio work. Students propose and produce a self-initiated solo exhibition. These exhibitions are open to the public during the latter part of each year. Throughout the year, students develop smaller works for public viewing. The Sculpture Studio consists of indoor and outdoor working spaces and is resourced to provide the necessary range of skills and processes encompassed by the program.