Conservation Internship

Subject CUMC90006 (2011)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2011.

Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2011:

Semester 1, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

Semester 2, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

On campus

Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular contact as negotiated with the conservator supervising the internship.
Total Time Commitment: Total time commitment 120 hours
Prerequisites: Completion of 100 points of study in the Master of Arts (Cultural Material Conservation).
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements: For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/

Coordinator

Ms Marcelle Scott

Contact

Marcelle Scott 8344 0091 mmscott@unimelb.edu.au
Subject Overview:

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.
Objectives:

Upon completion of this subject students should:

  • gain an understanding of the environment within which conservation is practiced.
  • learn analytical, research and report writing skills, and develop negotiation and interpersonal skills.
  • acquire significant insight into the complexities of conservation decision making and management.
Assessment: 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).
Prescribed Texts:

None
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:
  • 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.
Related Course(s): Master of Cultural Material Conservation
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Cultural Material Conservation)

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