Contemporary Art History and Curating MA 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

25,100 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Art HistoryMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Art History

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course combines art history with the practical curatorial skills needed to work in the contemporary arts sector. 

Newcastle has a vibrant contemporary art scene and provides a living case study for you to engage with, learn from, and contribute to.

Study our Contemporary Art History and Curating MA and develop the skills required to work in the contemporary arts sector. You’ll have the opportunity to:
  • explore your own creative interests and research questions
  • learn to navigate the complexities of the contemporary art world with confidence and insight
  • actively engage with artists, curators, scholars, and audiences
  • build personal and professional connections to take into your future career

Programme overview

Main Subject

Art History

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course combines art history with the practical curatorial skills needed to work in the contemporary arts sector. 

Newcastle has a vibrant contemporary art scene and provides a living case study for you to engage with, learn from, and contribute to.

Study our Contemporary Art History and Curating MA and develop the skills required to work in the contemporary arts sector. You’ll have the opportunity to:
  • explore your own creative interests and research questions
  • learn to navigate the complexities of the contemporary art world with confidence and insight
  • actively engage with artists, curators, scholars, and audiences
  • build personal and professional connections to take into your future career

Admission Requirements

6.5+
70+
90+
A 2:1 Bachelor’s or equivalent in art history, fine art or another relevant subject.


There may be circumstances where professional experience in the field may be considered alongside an undergraduate degree in a relevant field. Professionals with considerable industry experience, but no undergraduate degree, might be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) for direct entry into the programme.

12 Months
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,200 GBP
International
25,100 GBP

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