AUS5120

Museums as exhibiting institutions

David Dunstan

8 or 12 points
* One 2-hour seminar per week
* First semester
* City

Objectives Students should develop an understanding of a range of issues in the conduct of contemporary museums and art museums, including an understanding of contemporary debates concerning the role and future of museums, and a critical understanding of exhibitions. Students will be expected to develop a specialised understanding of the practical dynamics of museum displays and their institutional and social contexts.

Synopsis as for AUS4120

Assessment (8 points) One seminar paper (1500 words): 25%
* Exhibition review (1500 words): 25%
* Exhibition brief (3000 words): 40%
* Presentation seminar: 10%
Assessment (12 points) Two seminar papers (1500 words each): 25%
* Exhibition review (2000 words): 25%
* Exhibition brief (4000 words): 40%
* Presentation seminar: 10%

Preliminary reading

As for AUS4120