VISA3003 Curatorial and Museum Studies

This topic will begin by working towards a definition of curatorial and museum studies practice. This approach will be supported by discussion of the notion of curating exhibitions within historical, sociocultural and political frameworks. A range of curated exhibitions across differing cultures, historical eras, and political views and in different kinds of art galleries and museums will be examined on a case study basis.

This topic aims to:

• Provide students with a detailed understanding of the concept of curating
• Introduce students to the field of curation
• Examine the practice of curation in a range of contexts, including historical, social, and political
• Expose students to a range of curated exhibitions
• Develop a sound understanding of what in practice constitutes a curated art exhibition
• Give students the opportunity to improve their written and verbal communication skill

1. Discuss curation, and explain its theory and practice
2. Discuss how different historical, social cultural, and political eras influence the practice of curating visual art exhibitions
3. Demonstrate their ability to identify and articulate different curatorial styles and practices
4. Articulate, present and defend their ideas both verbally and in writing