Artefact Studies
MUSM7028
The models of interpretation for artefact and material culture are widely contested in many disciplines such as anthropology, archaeology, art history and history. This unit of study examines the historical development of artefact and material culture studies as it relates to the museum context. It will provide an historical and international perspective on the study of material culture, as well as the practical and theoretical knowledge to enable students to appraise, analyse and contextualise material culture in museums and galleries. The first half of the unit examines the history and development of different models of artefact study. The second half takes a thematic approach.
Unit of study details
Unit of study level: Postgraduate
Credit points: 6
Commencing semesters: 2, 104
Further unit of study information
Unit of study handbook: MUSM7028
Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships
Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates
Available for study abroad and exchange: Yes