MA Curating and Collections in London United Kingdom | University of the Arts London

University of the Arts London | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 23,610
(c. USD31,546.97)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
15 months

The MA Curating and Collections program at Chelsea College of Arts provides practical training in exhibition organization and curatorial project development. This VMA program enables students to collaborate with experienced curators while gaining expertise in handling art and design objects. You'll receive direct mentorship from Chelsea Space's curatorial professionals, who will support your development in artifact curation. Our program emphasizes ethical curatorial approaches, actively incorporating UAL's Principles for Climate, Social and Racial Justice throughout the curriculum.

Your exhibition capabilities will be strengthened through curatorial theory, complemented by educational visits to leading cultural institutions. This course merges hands-on experience with academic study, equipping you with essential skills for a thriving career in curation and collections management.

Duration: 15 months (full-time study)


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are

BA Hons degree in a related subject or equivalent academic qualifications
Personal statement
Study plan
Entry to this course will also be determined by the quality of your application looking primarily at your personal statement and study plan

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 23,610

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