Programme objectives
The MACAH programme aims to:
- nurture and inspire art and museum practitioners including curators, art educators and art administrators;
- enhance students’ knowledge of curatorial studies and history of art in a global context;
- broaden and refresh students’ approaches to art-historical research and curating;
- expand students’ horizon and professional networks with scholars, art professionals and museum practitioners in the fields of art education, museums, cultural and creative industries in Hong Kong, Asia and beyond;
- acquire skills in managing art collections, undertaking research, engaging in exhibition projects and spearheading public programmes in museums, galleries and other cultural venues.
On completion of the MACAH programme, students are expected to:
- acquire an in-depth understanding of the making, meaning, theory and display of art in different contexts;
- identify and evaluate important artworks of various art forms in art history using appropriately applicable theoretical concepts/perspectives and case studies of individual artists, art industries, and cultural policies
- work individually and in groups to apply subject knowledge, methodologies and references in art-historical investigation and curating practices
- develop professional knowledge and technical skills in handling objects, manuscripts, tools, materials, interior setups and physical conditions for art exhibition and collection storage
- convey creative and critical ideas through writing, physical/digital exhibitions, programmes and other channels in response to societal needs, cultural issues and other aspects of life.