The Capstone Project is undertaken in the last study period prior to graduation and gives MCCL students the opportunity to integrate their previous studies, consolidate their skills, address authentic problems and develop a strong identity as a professional in the cultural industries.

Students can undertake the capstone either through an industry internship or through a self-directed cultural project. There may also be the opportunity to take part in facilitated group cultural projects through the GLAM+ alliance.

The internship option involves a project-based industry placement with a minimum of 240 hours. Internships enable students to gain practical, supervised experience in an organisational context.

The independent project option requires students to develop, execute and evaluate a cultural project such as exhibition, screenings, discussions, performances, festivals, websites and site-specific events. Students are individually supervised and submit reports on the progress and completion of the project.

For both options students are supported through online forums, and professional and peer support workshops.

Successful completion of the course requires the submission of a initial, ongoing and final reports. SAHT9118 is ungraded.

Students enrolling in SAHT9118 are urged to discuss options for the internship or project with the Course Convener well before their final study period.