VCHAT2006 Writing about the Arts
This unit is designed in two distinct parts. The first component will focus on the exploration and analysis of different forms of Writing for the Arts. Topics covered may include reviews, both journalistic and scholarly, formal critiques, descriptive (Ekphrastic) writing, theoretical/historical analysis and criticism, contemporary issues commentary and debates, and writing for creative arts industry publications. The second component of the unit allows for students to tailor their writing to their arts discipline of interest.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $1,164
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $1,164
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
