This subject introduces students to the specialised area of exhibition design. This is a multidisciplinary subject that brings together students to solve specific design problems through group projects and individual tasks. A series of lectures, workshops, site visits, and assignments explores the breadth of issues, skills and concerns that are involved in the practice of exhibition design. The areas of study discussed include user studies, the role of the curator, conservation, exhibition design management, and the collaborative exhibition design process. Small-scale projects test the understanding of the key factors of the practice of exhibition design. A high level of competency in the communication areas of orthographic drawing, and 3D representation is required of students prior to entering the subject.
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus
2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,430.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125