MUSC8014 Practical Skills in Exhibition Design and Delivery

Offered By	School of Archaeology and Anthropology
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Museum and Collection
Offered in	Second Semester, 2011 and Second Semester, 2012
Unit Value	6 units
Course Description	This course focuses on the practical aspects of exhibition design and delivery for museums and other heritage places. During this course, students will work as a team to design and develop an exhibition. They will learn practical skills associated with all aspects of exhibition design and delivery - from exhibition planning, to lighting, community consultation, and exhibition installation. Importantly, the exhibition developed as part of this course will actually be shown at an appropriate venue (such as a museum or heritage site).
Learning Outcomes	To develop the skills necessary to design and deliver a small exhibition including exhibition planning, budgeting, community liaison, research techniques, installation, lighting and text-based interpretation. To encourage students to develop their interdisciplinary problem-solving skills as they relate to exhibition development. To facilitate an understanding of appropriate consultation and working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. To gain skills in designing exhibitions for a diverse range of venues (which may include travelling and online exhibitions).
Indicative Assessment	Teamwork 20% Personal Exhibition Plan (2000 words) 20% Final Exhibition 50% Presentation 10%
Workload	Contact time for this 6 unit graduate course will be approximately 39 contact hours.
Course Classification(s)	AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Requisite Statement	Nil
Recommended Courses	It is highly recommended that students complete MUSC8010 Exhibition Innovations Workshop before enroling in this course. Other courses offered within the Graduate Program in Liberal Arts (Museums and Collections) and (Cultural and Environmental Heritage) are also recommended.
Technology Requirements	WATTLE website
Programs	Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts (Museums & Collections) and Master of Liberal Arts (Museums and Collections)
Academic Contact	sally.may@anu.edu.au

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