7–10Visual Arts 7–10 Syllabus (2024)
The new Visual Arts 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027 and will replace the Visual Arts 7–10 Syllabus (2003).
2025 and 2026 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts. Schools may choose to implement the new syllabus during the planning and preparation phase.
Content
Stage 4
- VA4-CHC-01
explains Artworld concepts in Art critical and historical studies
Investigate the roles and work of selected artists, including groups of artists in different times, places and contexts
Describe and explain how and why artists represent their ideas and intentions in their artworks
Identify the contribution of artists in different cultures and contexts, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Artists
Explore different art forms considering their representational properties
Explain how artworks are constructed to convey meaning to audiences
Interpret the meaning of artworks across historical and contemporary eras, art movements, art periods and contexts
Explore representations of Cultural identity, Spirituality and connections to Country and/or Place in artworks by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Artists
Explore how the world is a source of ideas and interests for artists in art making
Explain how and why artists represent the world in different times and places in artworks
Explore the roles and functions of audiences in different times, places and contexts
Explain how audiences make judgements when interpreting the meaning of an artwork