Museology in Florence (AHIS40020)

This subject is taught on location in the major European art centre Florence, Italy, using the social, economic, geographical and cultural effects of the art centre as a case study of historical and contemporary culture. It will investigate Florence's most important museums and private collections, in order to understand their place in the origin and development of the museum as an institutional type from the Renaissance to today Students will study the display and consumption of art, allowing consideration of recent developments in museology, arts policy, commodity theory and cultural tourism.

A quota of 30 students applies to this subject. Applications for admission to this subject will be accepted up until 1 August 2015. It is important that students contact the Head of the Art History program or the lecturer in charge of the subject prior to enrolment to obtain written approval to enrol. Application and selection details will be available from the lecturer in charge and also the School of Culture and Communication.