KONS4070 – University of Oslo Summer School in Conservation of Theatre Sceneries

Course content

The course provides theoretical and practical experience in the documentation, investigation and treatment of theatre sceneries as well as how to communicate conservation to the broader public.

You will be introduced to data management, common and more advanced investigation techniques, methods of structural intervention and cleaning, and communication techniques.

Learning outcome

In this course, you will develop knowledge and understanding of project management and conservation of large matt-painted canvases on stretchers as well as how to communicate conservation to a broader public.

When you have completed this course you will:

  • have gained an understanding of the technology and materials used in matt-paint/glue-bound paint and their support
  • be able to manage large amounts of data using data management systems
  • be able to apply a hierarchy of diagnostic methods to explain and document the types, causes and extent of various structural damages
  • be able to propose, discuss and carry out conservation actions on matt-painted objects
  • be able to evaluate progress and adapt your approach when required
  • have the ability to communicate knowledge about the original materials and conservation actions by oral, written and digital means
  • have the ability to collaborate in diverse cultural groups

Admission

Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.

If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.

The course can take 2 master students, one from Paining Conservation and one from Object Conservation. Students who have taken the course earlier cannot apply.

Candidates are selected after the following criteria:

1. Number of study points in 80-group (KUBE)
2. Grades obtained from the 80-group at Bachelor (KUBE)
3. Grades obtained from other Bachelor courses

Admission for this course is in June.

Prerequisites

Formal prerequisite knowledge

Requires 60-ECTS in conservation subjects, and candidates must be enrolled to the Arkeologi og konservering (master) (continued) or one of the collaborating Universities.

A good ability to read and understand English is required for this course.

Teaching

The Summer School in Conservation of Theatre Sceneries is an intensive course consisting of both individual