Summer 2025 - CA 829 G100
Extended Essay in Contemporary Arts (5)
Class Number: 3210
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Location: TBA
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Prerequisites:
CA (or FPA) 821 and two of the following: CA (or FPA) 823, 824, 825, 826, or 828.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Students will complete the final capstone project of the MA in contemporary arts. The extended essay builds on knowledge students have gained in course work. Students conduct in-depth research into a topic in contemporary arts and develop and polish an original argument, with the goal of producing a publishable article. The length of the essay should be that of a typical journal article, around 5000-7000 words. Students may also write a catalogue essay to accompany an exhibition. Students research the extended essay with the supervision of two faculty members. They prepare the essay for publication in the Research Colloquium, CA 822. Grading: The faculty supervisors jointly assign a grade of satisfactory/unsatisfactory. Students with credit for FPA 829 may not take this course for further credit.
Materials
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
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Graduate Studies Notes:
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Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
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- SFU’s Academic Integrity Policy: S10-01 Policy
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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.