Modules
Exhibition based
Facilitated Exhibition Experience
This tailored, participatory module uses select exhibition artworks to bring the subject’s weekly theme to life and is designed to be accessible to students from any discipline.
Through guided discussion and activities, students will broaden lateral and multicultural perspectives, sharpen critical thinking and problem‑solving, break down disciplinary silos, enhance interpersonal communication, and reflect on practical applications of conceptual knowledge.
Science Gallery Quest
Students assume one of seven imaginary characters and use role-based inquiry to explore the exhibition, applying subject knowledge and skills in a low‑risk, scaffolded setting.
This playful module strengthens teamwork, communication, lateral thinking, and creative problem‑solving, while giving students a practical, non‑traditional way to produce and demonstrate knowledge.
Co-designed Programs
We also offer bespoke modules co‑designed with subject coordinators to align directly with your learning objectives and timetable. Below are examples of academic engagements we have developed for subjects in the past:
Co‑designed content: Sessions mapped to the subject’s learning outcomes and assessment needs
Specialist input: Talks or seminars from Museums and Collections staff (where appropriate)
Practitioner engagement: Guest exhibition artists presentations and conversations (subject to availability)
Exclusive access: Curated walk‑throughs of Gallery areas not usually open to the public
Public‑facing assessment: Platforms to showcase outcome‑based student work to wider audiences
Living case study: Using the Gallery as a real‑world context for applying knowledge and solving problems
For more information about Academic Engagement Learning Modules at Science Gallery, please click HERE (note: University of Melbourne credentials required for access)
Contact us at mc-academicengagement@unimelb.edu.au to explore how we can collaborate for a more impactful learning experience for your students.