MA Global Contemporary Art in London United Kingdom | University of Westminster

University of Westminster | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 15,500
(c. USD20,681.65)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The MA in Global Contemporary Art is a hands-on program that cultivates the professional, analytical, and teamwork abilities essential for developing meaningful, globally-conscious, and ethically-driven artistic and curatorial work.

This program acknowledges the transformative evolution in contemporary art's role within worldwide and cross-cultural settings. Drawing from the expertise of CREAM (Centre for Research and Education in Arts and Media), it empowers students to emerge as adaptable professionals who can create sustainable, thought-provoking, and innovative artistic and curatorial approaches to address pressing global issues.

Tailored for both recent arts graduates seeking to refine their craft and established professionals exploring research-driven projects and broader audience connections, this program enhances creative and curatorial skills through immersive experiences with actual industry situations, institutions, platforms, and digital tools.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) or a lower second class honours degree (2:2) with relevant experience in related subject areas. Applicants are required to submit a portfolio of recent practice projects. This should be presented in digital form and be annotated to demonstrate the progression from brief or inspiration through to completion. All images should be fully captioned with date of completion, size and medium used. Applicants will also need to identify in writing (maximum 500 words) a specific area of personal interest, which they envisage studying in depth whilst on the course. Interviews will be held online. If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0. TOEFL - 88 overall with a minimum of 17 in Listening, 21 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. 

Tuition GBP 15,500

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