Overview

The  Global Gallery Studies course at University College Cork  offers an innovative blend of theory, research and real-world gallery practices in a global context.

Our students engage with theoretical modules including an introduction to global gallery studies, global art histories for curators and digital arts and humanities, as well as practice-based modules including online fieldwork and networking with national and international galleries, and an onsite project-led internship with a prominent fine art gallery in Ireland or internationally. 

Career:

We support the gallery profession through entry-level training and continuing professional development of existing staff. Career pathways include:

• Administrator/Gallery Assistant

• Archive Digitisation (Gallery website content creation, maintenance, and development, including social media integration).

• Artist Advisor

• Creative Industries

• Critical Writing

• Cultural Tourism