London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA Contemporary Photography, Practices and Philosophies in London United Kingdom | University of the Arts London
University of the Arts London
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London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
18,350
(c. USD24,574.5)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MA Contemporary Photography, Practices and Philosophies program is a specialized fine art photography course that combines academic inquiry with hands-on creation. Differing from conventional photography programs, Central Saint Martins' MA Contemporary Photography, Philosophies and Practices embraces diverse interpretations of photographic art. The curriculum equips students to position their creative work within today's multifaceted art landscape. Throughout this program, you'll develop your artistic approach by engaging with various fields such as performance art, installation, digital media, fashion, and site-specific creations. You'll investigate visual imagery as a convergence point for political, aesthetic, and societal ideas.
This program examines photography as a versatile, cross-disciplinary medium with global relevance. By positioning photography at the heart of modern visual arts, the course blends theoretical study with practical application. You'll study photography as an evolving field intersecting fine art, technological innovation, and digital media. The curriculum investigates photography's role as a shared cultural language spanning artistic expression, scientific documentation, and personal identity formation. Graduates will gain skills applicable to artistic creation and broader creative sector opportunities.
Duration: Two years (60 weeks) Extended full-time
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows
An honours degree
Or An equivalent EUinternational qualification
APEL Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
Exceptionally applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence This might for example be demonstrated by
Related academic or work experience
The quality of the personal statement
A strong academic or other professional reference
Or a combination of these factors
Each application will be considered on its own merit but cannot guarantee an offer in each case
IELTS level 6.5 or above with at least 5.5 in reading writing listening and speaking
TOEFL IBT - valid for 2 years - Score Required - 90 - Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Writing - 17, Speaking - 20.
TOEFL iBT Home Edition is NOT accepted.
An honours degree
Or An equivalent EUinternational qualification
APEL Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
Exceptionally applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence This might for example be demonstrated by
Related academic or work experience
The quality of the personal statement
A strong academic or other professional reference
Or a combination of these factors
Each application will be considered on its own merit but cannot guarantee an offer in each case
IELTS level 6.5 or above with at least 5.5 in reading writing listening and speaking
TOEFL IBT - valid for 2 years - Score Required - 90 - Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Writing - 17, Speaking - 20.
TOEFL iBT Home Edition is NOT accepted.
Tuition
GBP
18,350