The Exhibition: Concept, Design and Delivery

Postgraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
LIBR 5002
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Course ID
202260
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
12
Course owner
Course owner
School of Humanities
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course explores the world of exhibition design and delivery. Students will work together to develop and present an actual exhibition based on a set theme and using museum/art gallery objects. Experts with experience in a range of exhibition skills will mentor students as they undertake this journey.

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand the range of skills necessary to plan, design and deliver an exhibition.
  • Critically assess options for exhibition development, installation, and interpretation, and the impact of curatorial decisions on stakeholder communities.
  • Show an understanding of a range of issues concerning the transfer, care, and display of objects and artworks.
  • Understand the key tools available to museum and gallery professionals to assist with exhibition development.
  • Demonstrate the capacity to work as part of a team to achieve an outcome.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

  • Must not have completed MUSEUM7005 The Exhibition - Concept, Design and Delivery at the University of Adelaide

Assumed knowledge

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Textbook(s)

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Assessment

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Master of Curatorial and Museum Studies