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Exhibition Practice 2

ECTS Credits
5
Course code
MK523
Included in study programme
MFA in Medium- and Material Based Art

Brief course description

An introduction to and preparation for the final degree exhibition: preliminary meetings with the appointed curator/coordinator for the degree exhibition. The preparation, construction and completion of the MFA degree exhibition developed in collaboration with the appointed curator/coordinator and fellow students. Topics addressed are exhibition formats and strategies, initial planning of the exhibition and accompanying catalogue. Different exhibition strategies will shed light on various presentation approaches.

The course’s learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students shall:

  • demonstrate awareness and knowledge of the processes involved in the presentation and communication of medium and material-based art
  • demonstrate an informed understanding for the nature of art
  • have acquired an advanced understanding of exhibition procedures and strategies

Teaching and learning methods

The development of the MFA degree exhibition is carried out in collaboration with an appointed curator/coordinator and fellow students. Includes the planning of the catalogue production, press and media, exhibition installation, aspects of presentation, promotion, mediation and public relations.

Course requirements:

  • Active participation
  • Completed work assignments, submission of texts and presentations

Assessment

The study requirements for the course have to be approved in order for the student to receive the final assessment.

The student’s work and progress is assessed throughout each semester. A formal assessment takes place at the end of each semester.

At the semester assessment each student presents their work to an assessment committee comprised of their main tutor and another member of the teaching staff. A brief report is delivered to the committee in advance of the student’s presentation. The presentation can include artworks, digital documentation and texts. The assessment committee reviews the student’s practice and progress together with the student.

Marks given are Pass or Fail.

A pass of each semester assessment is a requirement for continuation in the programme.