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HISTORIOGRAPHY, THEORY AND METHODS IN VISUAL CULTURE

AFROAMER/ARTHIST 801
Course Description

Focuses on the knowledge, theories, and methods that are fundamental to the transdisciplinary discipline of Visual Cultures. Develops skills in critical reading, research, analysis, writing, and oral presentation.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall

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