12 monthsProgramme duration
25,900 GBPTuition Fee/year
1Scholarships
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Develop the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to thrive in the fast changing, global creative cultural industry.
Blend academic insights with real-world experience. Develop expertise and confidence in fields such as music, heritage, tourism and media.
On our Creative Cultural Industries Management MA you'll learn how to lead change and drive growth in a variety of sectors, whether in public, private, or non-profit organisations.
Learn about the key concepts, topics, and skills through modules taught at the School of Arts and Cultures and the triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA) Newcastle University Business School.
You'll also draw upon research expertise in the wider University community, including the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC), which is led by Newcastle University Business School in collaboration with the Royal Society of Arts
Creative PEC provides independent research and policy recommendations for the creative industries.
Our programme has one general, and four specialist pathways. You can select a pathway to suit your individual needs, background and career aspirations. As well as the main ‘Creative and Cultural Industries Management’ pathway, you can choose from:
We have strong partnerships with local and national media, digital studios, creative and cultural organisations. These include University strategic partners such as:
You’ll engage with guest speakers including Community Interest Companies (CICs) from the sector, addressing social justice and increasing inclusivity and access to the arts.
In semester 2, you’ll tailor your learning to your aspirations and career goals.
On your final project you'll either focus on an individually designed research topic (an 8,000-word journal article) or a research topic set by a range of external organisations and freelancers (an 8,000-word professional report).
You’ll be studying in a vibrant city campus with easy access to a rich cultural and creative scene. Newcastle is a city with excellent transport links to key creative and media hubs, and less than 3 hours by train from London.
Blend academic insights with real-world experience. Develop expertise and confidence in fields such as music, heritage, tourism and media.
On our Creative Cultural Industries Management MA you'll learn how to lead change and drive growth in a variety of sectors, whether in public, private, or non-profit organisations.
Learn about the key concepts, topics, and skills through modules taught at the School of Arts and Cultures and the triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA) Newcastle University Business School.
You'll also draw upon research expertise in the wider University community, including the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC), which is led by Newcastle University Business School in collaboration with the Royal Society of Arts
Creative PEC provides independent research and policy recommendations for the creative industries.
Our programme has one general, and four specialist pathways. You can select a pathway to suit your individual needs, background and career aspirations. As well as the main ‘Creative and Cultural Industries Management’ pathway, you can choose from:
- Music Enterprise
- Tourism and Heritage
- Writing for the Cultural Sector
- Artificial Intelligence
We have strong partnerships with local and national media, digital studios, creative and cultural organisations. These include University strategic partners such as:
- The Glasshouse
- Opera North
- Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums
You’ll engage with guest speakers including Community Interest Companies (CICs) from the sector, addressing social justice and increasing inclusivity and access to the arts.
In semester 2, you’ll tailor your learning to your aspirations and career goals.
On your final project you'll either focus on an individually designed research topic (an 8,000-word journal article) or a research topic set by a range of external organisations and freelancers (an 8,000-word professional report).
You’ll be studying in a vibrant city campus with easy access to a rich cultural and creative scene. Newcastle is a city with excellent transport links to key creative and media hubs, and less than 3 hours by train from London.
Programme overview
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Develop the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to thrive in the fast changing, global creative cultural industry.
Blend academic insights with real-world experience. Develop expertise and confidence in fields such as music, heritage, tourism and media.
On our Creative Cultural Industries Management MA you'll learn how to lead change and drive growth in a variety of sectors, whether in public, private, or non-profit organisations.
Learn about the key concepts, topics, and skills through modules taught at the School of Arts and Cultures and the triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA) Newcastle University Business School.
You'll also draw upon research expertise in the wider University community, including the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC), which is led by Newcastle University Business School in collaboration with the Royal Society of Arts
Creative PEC provides independent research and policy recommendations for the creative industries.
Our programme has one general, and four specialist pathways. You can select a pathway to suit your individual needs, background and career aspirations. As well as the main ‘Creative and Cultural Industries Management’ pathway, you can choose from:
We have strong partnerships with local and national media, digital studios, creative and cultural organisations. These include University strategic partners such as:
You’ll engage with guest speakers including Community Interest Companies (CICs) from the sector, addressing social justice and increasing inclusivity and access to the arts.
In semester 2, you’ll tailor your learning to your aspirations and career goals.
On your final project you'll either focus on an individually designed research topic (an 8,000-word journal article) or a research topic set by a range of external organisations and freelancers (an 8,000-word professional report).
You’ll be studying in a vibrant city campus with easy access to a rich cultural and creative scene. Newcastle is a city with excellent transport links to key creative and media hubs, and less than 3 hours by train from London.
Blend academic insights with real-world experience. Develop expertise and confidence in fields such as music, heritage, tourism and media.
On our Creative Cultural Industries Management MA you'll learn how to lead change and drive growth in a variety of sectors, whether in public, private, or non-profit organisations.
Learn about the key concepts, topics, and skills through modules taught at the School of Arts and Cultures and the triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA) Newcastle University Business School.
You'll also draw upon research expertise in the wider University community, including the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC), which is led by Newcastle University Business School in collaboration with the Royal Society of Arts
Creative PEC provides independent research and policy recommendations for the creative industries.
Our programme has one general, and four specialist pathways. You can select a pathway to suit your individual needs, background and career aspirations. As well as the main ‘Creative and Cultural Industries Management’ pathway, you can choose from:
- Music Enterprise
- Tourism and Heritage
- Writing for the Cultural Sector
- Artificial Intelligence
We have strong partnerships with local and national media, digital studios, creative and cultural organisations. These include University strategic partners such as:
- The Glasshouse
- Opera North
- Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums
You’ll engage with guest speakers including Community Interest Companies (CICs) from the sector, addressing social justice and increasing inclusivity and access to the arts.
In semester 2, you’ll tailor your learning to your aspirations and career goals.
On your final project you'll either focus on an individually designed research topic (an 8,000-word journal article) or a research topic set by a range of external organisations and freelancers (an 8,000-word professional report).
You’ll be studying in a vibrant city campus with easy access to a rich cultural and creative scene. Newcastle is a city with excellent transport links to key creative and media hubs, and less than 3 hours by train from London.
Admission Requirements
2.7+
6.5+
70+
4.5+
125+
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in an arts, humanities, social sciences or business discipline.
We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications in any discipline alongside relevant professional experience.
We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications in any discipline alongside relevant professional experience.
12 Months
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
11,400 GBP
International
25,900 GBP
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Master
Open
Value
$13518
Deadline
30 Aug 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
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