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THE LATVIAN ACADEMY OF CULTURE BA STUDY PROGRAMMES
2. Self-assessment of the BA Study Programme. 3.Sub programmes: 3.1. The Theory and Management of Culture (code 442261)
3.1.1. Self-assessment
3.1.2. Structure
3.1.3. Description of the Study Courses
3.2. The Sociology of Culture and Public Relations ( code 442131)
3.2.1. Self-assessment
3.2.2. Structure
3.2.3. Description of the Study Courses 3.3. Traditional Culture and Latvian Folklore (code 442262) 3.3.1. Self-assessment
3.3.2. Structure
3.3.3. Description of the Study Courses 3.4. The Theatre, the Cinema and TV Drama (code 442152)
3.4.1. Self-assessment
3.4.2. Structure
3.4.3. Description of the Study Courses
3.5. The History and Theory of Audio-Visual Culture (code 44216103)
3.5.1. Self-assessment
3.5.2. Structure
3.5.3. Description of the Study Courses
3.6. TV and Video Cameramen (code 44216101)
3.6.1. Self-assessment
3.6.2. Structure
3.6.3. Description of the Study Courses
3.7. TV Director (code 44216102)
3.7.1. Self-assessment
3.7.2. Structure
3.7.3. Description of the Study Courses 3.8. Drama Actor (code 44215101)
3.8.1. Self-assessment
3.8.2. Structure
3.8.3. Description of the Study Courses
3.9. Theatre Director (code 44215102) 3.9.1. Self-assessment
3.9.2. Structure
3.9.3. Description of the Study Courses 3.10. Choreographer, Dancer and Teacher of Modern Dance (code 442181)
3.10.1. Self-assessment
3.10.2. Structure
3.10.3. Description of the Study Courses 3.11. International Cultural Relations (code 442263)
3.11.1. Self-assessment
3.11.2. Structure
3.11.3. Description of the Study Courses THE LATVIAN ACADEMY OF CULTURE
BA STUDY PROGRAMME SELF-ASSESSMENT
BA studies are designed to acquire and expand theoretical knowledge,
research and creative artistic skills in the chosen study area, the
management of culture or creative artistic work.
The BA Study Programme of the Latvian Academy of Culture is a description
of the contents and the implementation of the studies, including an
overview of all the necessary resources. I. TASKS AND OBJECTIVES 1. The objective of the programme is to prepare highly educated
specialists, organizers, and researchers, capable of independent and
creative thinking, who can work in public and private sector, in creative,
research, and educational institutions.
2. To give each student knowledge on various forms of culture and art both
in theoretical and practical aspects.
3. To involve the future specialists in practical activities: in research
projects, the development and implementation of the strategy of cultural
life, the designing of creative projects, and various forms of artistic
expression.
THE CONTENTS AND ORGANIZATION OF THE STUDIES
1. The Study Programme The BA Study Programme has been developed and is implemented by the
departments of the Latvian Academy of Culture. Its management is provided
by the Study Department, the Dean, and the Prorector, who is responsible
for the academic work.
The study programme has been designed according to the Law on Higher
Education of the Republic of Latvia, the decisions of the Senate of the
Latvian Academy of Culture, regulations, and other normative documents.
The BA study programme includes the following subprogrammes: THE THEORY AND MANAGEMENT OF CULTURE
INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL RELATIONS
THE SOCIOLOGY OF CULTURE AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
THEATRE ACTING
THEATRE DIRECTION
THEATRE, CINEMA AND TV DRAMA
TV AND VIDEO CAMERA WORK
TV DIRECTION
MODERN DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY AND TEACHING
THE HISTORY AND THEORY OF AUDIOVISUAL CULTURE
THE TRADITIONAL CULTURE AND LATVIAN FOLKLORE The present Study Programme envisages student exchange and cooperation with
similar institutions of higher education abroad (Vitautas the Great
University in Kaunas, Lithuania; the University of Tampere, Finland; the G.
Verne University of Picardy in Amien, France; the Higher Theatre and Music
School in Hamburg, Germany, etc)
Participation in international projects and programmes is very important
for the implementation of the present Study Programme as well. Thus, in
1999 the Latvian Academy of Culture joined the European education programme
ERASMUS (Vilnius Academy of Music and the University of Picardy) and the
European programme LEONARDO DA VINCI 2001. 2. The Length and the Scope of Studies The length of studies is identical for all the subprogrammes of the BA
studies.
It comprises 8 terms of full-time studies (4 years), which corresponds to
at least 160 credit points. 3. Student Matriculation The students are enrolled into the subprogrammes of the Theory and
Management of Culture and International Cultural Relations every year. In
other subprogrammes enrolment is effected in accordance with a special
decision of the Senate of the Latvian Academy of Culture.
The students are enrolled both at the expense of the state budget or their
own expense according to the results of a competition.
The entrance examinations are organized in accordance with the Regulations
on Enrolment at the Latvian Academy of Culture and the special regulations
for each of the subprogrammes.
Two entrance examinations are similar for all the BA subprogrammes:
1) Written Composition,
2) Foreign Language (English, German, French)
The third entrance examination can be organized either in the form of a
Test in the World and Latvian Culture or creative assignments in the
respective field of art. 4. The Number of Students In the academic year 2000/2001 there are 516 students enrolled in the BA
Study Programme: The Theory and Management of Culture 124
International Cultural Relations 194
Theatre Art 65 5. The Academic Staff The BA Study Programme is implemented by 63 members of the academic staff
(16 professors and associated professors, 19 docents, 28 lecturers).
There are 4 Dr. Habil. Artis, 14 PhD, and 30 MA degree holders in arts and
humanities among them. There are high-class professionals in theatre and
film direction, choreography, camera work, and acting among the academic
staff working in the creative specialities.
In the subprogramme of International Cultural Relations, the academic work
proceeds in close cooperation with foreign embassies in Latvia, as well as
several foundations (e.g. Robert Bosh Foundation in Germany and the Swedish
Institute). An American guest lecturer works full-time in the subprogramme of Modern
Dance Choreography, while a Russian theatre director and teacher works in
the subprogramme of Theatre Art.
The academic staff who work full-time at the Latvian Academy of Culture
cover approximately 80 % of the programme.
2.6. The Material and Technical Provision of the Study Programme The BA Study Programme is carried out by the departments of the Latvian
Academy of Culture:
the Department of the Theory and History of Culture, the Department of
Foreign Languages, the Department of the Culture Sociology and
Administration, as well as the supervisors of the subprogrammes and the
Study Department. The studies take place at 24, Ludzas Street and 46, Dzirnavu Street.
A library, a videoteque, a room for film and video editing, technology for
visual presentation, a computer room and copying facilities all are
available to BA students.
One study room has been equipped with the assistance of the French Embassy
and in cooperation with the Schuman Foundation. It is intended to set up a
German Culture Centre as well. The students of Theatre Art and Modern Dance make use of a a hall for
dancing classes and stage movement practice. A special sports hall is
rented for physical training classes. Practical classes also take place in
the theatres - the National Theatre, the Daile Theatre, and Valmiera
Theatre. A special cooperation has been established with the theatre
"Skatuve", which is situated nearby and provides the necessary stage
environment for practical classes every day. 2.7. The Methodological Provision of the Study Programme. The methodological provision of the study programme is basically ensured by
the funds of the Library of the Academy of Culture, which contain more than
58000 units. Students also make use of the funds of the Latvian National
Library, the Academic Library of the Academy of Science, as well as the
funds available in the libraries of other institutions of higher education.
A considerable collection of books and study aids has been assembled in the
Department of Foreign Languages with the help of foreign embassies, several
foundations, and private individuals. Specialist literature is also
available in the Department of Culture Sociology and Administration.
A project for the modernizing and computerazing of the Academy Library is
under way at present; however, it requires considerable financial
resources.
THE STRUCTURE OF THE STUDY PROGRAMME
The BA Study Programme corresponds to the demands set forth to acquire an
academic degree in one of the academic subbranches irrespective of the
specialization (the Theory and Management of Culture, International
Cultural Relations, Theatre Art, Modern Dance, etc). The General Structure of the Programme:
Part A: Compulsory subjects 80 credit points
Part B: Required subjects (choice possible) 70 - 90 credit points
Part C: Optional subjects 10 - 20 credit points
Subjects of Part A are compulsory for all the students. They h