MA Contemporary Art Practice in Leicester United Kingdom | De Montfort University

The MA in Contemporary Art Practice equips you for ongoing growth in artistic, professional, and academic realms. Our program helps cultivate research approaches and individualized objectives aligned with your creative vision and career aspirations. You'll explore current developments in contemporary art, covering exhibition strategies, installation techniques, curatorial concerns, and representation challenges, while learning to apply research methodologies to guide your artistic choices.

We foster critical inquiry, encouraging you to establish your unique perspective within the global creative landscape. You'll gain practical skills for creating and showcasing work, adapting to the rapidly changing creative sector, and pushing boundaries in artistic expression.

Instruction occurs in our vibrant studio spaces with guidance from expert technicians, complemented by access to specialized workshops for material experimentation and process innovation. Our faculty includes exhibiting artists and researchers with cross-disciplinary knowledge spanning traditional and digital media, public art, and interactive installations. The program emphasizes professional development through exhibition opportunities and curatorial experiences. Engage in meaningful discourse through group critiques and seminars while joining a diverse community of visual arts students across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Duration: One year full-time