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The BA Creative Arts and Cultural Industries program immerses you in the study of Asia, Africa, and their global communities through diverse fields including Art History, Archaeology, Music, Curating, Film, and Media. As the UK's sole program of this nature, it delivers historical, theoretical, and hands-on instruction from globally renowned specialists, enhanced by strong industry collaborations. The curriculum prioritizes career-focused competencies aligned with sector needs, making graduates well-prepared for roles in arts administration, marketing, PR, journalism, and the music business. Learners can customize their studies by selecting from an extensive array of regional or thematic electives across SOAS's School of Arts and other departments. The foundational year provides an overview of artistic, musical, and cultural sectors across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Subsequent years deepen theoretical analysis and research capabilities. Elective choices may encompass language studies, interdisciplinary subjects, or practical training in areas like musical performance, podcast production, audio engineering, and exhibition curation.