Code : VCS 155 Level : Diploma Credit Unit : 02 Credit Hour : 02 Part : 02 Course status : Core Course Outcome At the end of the course, students will be able to: 1. Comprehend the concept and theories underlying the Islamic Art 2. Able to appreciate works of Islamic Art of the Malay World 3. Able to apply the knowledge in their studio works Course Description This is an introduction course to the Islamic Art of the Malay World. It covers the definition and fundamental concepts and basic theory in Islamic art. The discussion will be on various aspects of Islamic art from formalistic and contextual approach Syllabus Content
1. Introduction to the course 2. Definition of Islamic Art 3. The concept and principle 4. The creative process 5. The concept of the Malay World 6. Quran and Manuscripts 7. Mosques 8. Textiles and Costumes