Dr. Catherine Woolley

Instructor

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Biography

Catherine Woolley is a Sydney-based curator and programs producer with a decade of experience working on curatorial projects, community engagement programs, and education initiatives in the arts and culture sector. Currently, she serves as the Curatorial & Public Engagement Officer at UNSW Galleries, where she collaborates with leading Australian and international practitioners, curators, writers, and cultural thinkers to develop exhibitions and public programs. She has supported the development of more than 50 exhibition projects, including 'Matters of Time: Contemporary Metal Practices' (2025) and 'Lisa Sammut: earth approach you' (2024). Woolley has also significantly contributed to community engagement programs like 'Barangga: Nations Design' (2022–24) and 'Mixed Company' (2023). Before her current role, she held positions such as Curatorial Assistant at UNSW Galleries and A&D ANNUAL Graduate Exhibition Coordinator. Catherine graduated with a Bachelor of Art Theory (Honours) from UNSW Art & Design in 2017, receiving a Class Honours award and the University Medal.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
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