Conservation Internship

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008:

Completion of 100 points of study in the Master of Arts (Cultural Material Conservation).

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

In this subject students arrange and undertake a placement in a Conservation Department or practice which deals directly in the conservation of materials of their specialisation. They work under the guidance of a senior conservator within the work place. Students carry out a set program of conservation research and/or treatment involving complex decision making and the application of high level skills. During the internship an academic supervisor is available for consultation and advice.

A 3000 word reflective essay 60% (due at the end of semester) and a 2000 word report for the host organization 40%, assessed by the host (due at the completion of the placement).

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• demonstrate sound and independent critical and ethical thinking in their choice of materials and processes;
• be able to present written and oral communication to a professional standard regarding their treatment and material choices.