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Art and Media (minor)
Basic information
Code:
ARTS3107
Extent:
18–24
ECTS
Curriculum:
2026–2028
2024–2026
Level:
Other studies
Language of learning:
English
Finnish
Target group:
All Aalto students
Teacher in charge:
Patrizia Costantin
Administrative contact:
Jaakko Kölhi
studentservices@aalto.fi
Organising department:
Department of Art and Media
Organiser:
School of Arts, Design and Architecture
Prerequisites:
-
Quotas and restrictions:
-
Application process:
No application needed
Content and structure of the minor
About the minor
Description of the minor
The Art and Media minor introduces students to the diverse and evolving field of art and media. It provides insight into contemporary practices and interdisciplinary theoretical, philosophical, and practical approaches. Through a range of course options, students explore the multifaceted nature of art and media and develop an integrated understanding of its contexts and practices whether in areas like the game industry, everyday aesthetics, sustainability, or art–science collaboration.
Intended learning outcomes
The minor in Art and Media give students the means to utilize ideas and theories in practical artistic work or in developing art and media projects. Students will be able to describe and discuss ideas and processess shaping contexts relevant to the MA Art and Media Programme.
Content description
Selection of courses based on HOPS and student's major.
Content
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|
| AXM‐E9005 | Critical Issues in Art, Education, and Visual Culture | 5 |
| AXM‐E5008 | Games now! | 3 |
| ARTS‐A0622 | Environmental Thinking | 6 |
| AXM-C1015 | Avantgarde and Utopies | 6 |
| AXM‐E3009 | Art & Science Lectures | 3 |
| ARTS‐A0625 | Lecture Pass | 3 |
| ARTS-A0638 | Exhibition Pass | 3 |
| AXM-E3003 | Authorship & Agency | 6 |
Previous curricula
Code: ARTS3107
Extent: 18–24 ECTS
Curriculum: 2024–2026
Level: Other studies
Language of learning: English Finnish
Theme: Art and design knowledge building
Target group: All Aalto students
Teacher in charge: Patrizia Costantin
Administrative contact: Jaakko Kölhi studentservices@aalto.fi
Organising department: Department of Art and Media
School: School of Arts, Design and Architecture
Prerequisites: -
Quotas and restrictions: -
Application process: No application needed
About the minor
Description of the minor
Art & Media minor gives a wide perspective on the field of art and media. Both contemporary art and contemporary media have roots in the certain modernist ideas of radicalism and merging of art and life. At present strong currents of multi‐ and interdisciplinary, environmental and democracy issues infiltrate into theoretical, philosophical, and practical understanding whether there is a question of game industry, everyday aesthetics and sustainability, or art and science collaboration. The multifaceted area of art and media is explored through alternative course options.
Intended learning outcomes
Courses give means to utilize ideas and theories in practical artistic work or in developing new media implementations for example in game industry. Students can also describe and discuss current trends in environmental, educational, technological, and artistic thinking. In addition, the student will understand connections of history and contemporary art and media.
Content description
Selection of courses based on HOPS and student's major.
Content
| Course code | Course name | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|
| AXM‐E9001 | Critical Issues in Art, Education and Society | 3 |
| AXM‐E5008 | Games now! | 3 |
| ARTS‐A062 | Environmental Thinking | 6 |
| AXM-C1015 | Avantgarde and Utopies | 6 |
| AXM‐E3009 | Art & Science Lectures | 3 |
| ARTS‐A0625 | Lecture Pass | 3 |
| ARTS-A0638 | Exhibition Pass | 3 |