Program Overview

Introduction to the Kilmurry Church Arts and Cultural Project

The Kilmurry Church Arts and Cultural Project aims to maintain the availability and openness of Kilmurry Church, a deconsecrated Church of Ireland building, to the community. The project has been running on a caretaker basis for several years, with the committee seeking to audit community groups in the area, their needs, and requirements. The goal is to raise awareness of the building's availability and create a mission statement and strategy document to guide the project's future direction.

Project Objectives

• The primary objective is to keep Kilmurry Church open to the community.
• Audit community groups and their needs.
• Explore ways to raise awareness of the building's availability.
• Create a mission statement and strategy document.

Learning and Engagement

Module Details

• Credits: 6 ECTS
• Module Code: BR4104
• Practicum Placements: 4
• Faculty: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (AHSS)
• Department: Politics and Public Administration

Practicum Overview

The practicum involves working with the Kilmurry community committee and local residents to achieve the project's objectives. Students will engage in independent and collaborative learning, applying curriculum-based knowledge in a real-world setting. The module is designed to enable students to develop the capacity to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and articulate their ideas to various audiences.

Assessment and Evaluation

Both formative and summative assessment methods will be used, including:

• Weekly reflection diaries
• A group presentation
• A reflective assignment
• Self-assessment activity
• A community briefing report
• Presentation of project outputs and outcomes to the community partner

Resources and References

• 2018, No. 32 Kilmurry Arts and Heritage Centre
• 2017, No. 18 Kilmurry Arts and Heritage Centre

About the University of Limerick

The University of Limerick is committed to community engagement and provides opportunities for students to work with local organizations and residents. The Kilmurry Church Arts and Cultural Project is one such initiative, aiming to make a positive contribution to the community while providing valuable learning experiences for students.