HYM4510

History and the Museum (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Seamus O'Hanlon

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit students will: 1. Have been introduced to the history of the museum in a variety of national contexts. 2. Be aware of the challenges facing museums in postmodern and post-colonial contexts. 3. Have been introduced to basic practices of museology in a variety of contexts. 4. Have been introduced to new media and communications technologies and their utility in museum practice. 5. Have improved their oral and written communication skills, including for DE students, their electronic communication skills.

Assessment: Review of museum or exhibition (2000 words): 20% + Proposal for, and design of, a museum exhibition (4500 words or equivalent): 50% + Reflective essay (2000 words): 20% + Seminar or discussion group participation: 10%

Contact Hours: 1 hour on-line discussion group or two hour seminar

Prerequisites: Undergraduate degree with a major in history, or permission from the co-ordinator