Overview
For many branches of psychoanalysis, the arts play a special role. This is because art – apart from science and in contradistinction to religion – can be seen as a major cultural technique for self-knowledge and self-enlightenment. More than a mere representation of an outer or inner reality, it serves as a tool for the discovery of unconscious feeling and thought.
Consequently, the seminar approaches psychoanalytic concepts via the analysis and interpretation of works of art, particularly visual artworks (film, painting, sculpture). Hence concepts which in theory may seem abstract become clear, concrete and intuitively graspable once they are pinpointed in e.g. contemporary film or literary texts.
Outcomes
By attending the Psychoanalysis - The Unconscious as Seen Through the Visual Arts and Literature course at Freie Universität Berlin, participants get a state-of-the-art introduction to classical Freudian and contemporary psychoanalysis through the lens of the arts.
They will be able to detect, analyze and interpret unconscious structures in visual arts and literature and will be able to transfer the psychoanalytic approach to their respective field of study or work. As tapping the unconscious dimension of human reality indeed is crucial to any human reality, participants acquire insights and tools for true innovation in their profession.
Housing
Wheelchair-accessible housing is available upon request. Please see our website for a full description of the furnished single-occupancy studio apartment and note that the registration deadline for this housing option is one month before the regular registration deadline!
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Concepts of the psychoanalytic theory of subjectivity
- Psychoanalytic case studies
- Psychoanalysis and literature
- Psychoanalysis and the plastic and graphic arts
- Psychoanalysis and film
- Psychoanalysis, the arts and culture
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 42 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Visual Arts Literature View 15 other Short Courses in Visual Arts in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
Students should be able to speak and read English at the upper intermediate level (B2) or higher. No prior knowledge is required but the willingness to think beyond the usual framings on migration.
Required language skills
The language of instruction is English. Language proficiency on an advanced Intermediate level (Mittelstufe II) is a prerequisite for participation. For orientation purposes, you can assess your language skills via the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Tuition Fee
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International
1850 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1850 EUR for the full programme during 42 days. -
EU/EEA
1850 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1850 EUR for the full programme during 42 days.
Living costs for Berlin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.