0 points, SCA Band 1, 0.000 EFTSL
Undergraduate - Unit
Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.
Faculty
Organisational Unit
Chief examiner(s)
Coordinator(s)
Offered
- First semester 2019 (Off-campus block of classes)
- Second semester 2019 (Off-campus block of classes)
Prerequisites
Must have passed 72 credit points in the Bachelor of Art History and Curating
Synopsis
Students enrolled in this unit will complete a six-week internship with an external organisation, such as a gallery or museum, for a minimum of one day per week. The internship is self-managed, with the assistance of the Unit Coordinator and host organisation. The internship experience will enable students to put their skills and knowledge into practice in a professional workplace, and build industry contacts and confidence. Students will complete a journal that documents and reflects on the internship experience.
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
- Work effectively in a professional environment;
- Understand the essential elements of museum and gallery administration;
- Apply and extend knowledge obtained through their degree in a professional setting;
- Work autonomously on a range of tasks, such as the installation of artworks and the marketing of exhibitions;
- Communicate the results of the internship through a reflexive journal.
Assessment
Written report 1000 words (100%)
Workload requirements
Off-campus: 48 hours (approximately one day per week over six weeks).
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