Applied Arts and Social Practice - MA
Queen Margaret University Edinburgh
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Do you have an interest in how artists can apply their skills outside the traditional spaces of galleries, theatres, and museums? There is a growing interest in how artists can work in health, education, social welfare or other sectors, and this MA in Applied Arts and Social Practice will allow you to understand how artists apply their skills in social contexts.The course will appeal to a range of individuals. It may interest those who already – or wish to – work within social practice context ...Read more

Do you have an interest in how artists can apply their skills outside the traditional spaces of galleries, theatres, and museums? There is a growing interest in how artists can work in health, education, social welfare or other sectors, and this MA in Applied Arts and Social Practice will allow you to understand how artists apply their skills in social contexts.

The course will appeal to a range of individuals. It may interest those who already – or wish to – work within social practice context and want to broaden their understanding of their professional social practice. It may interest those with significant workplace experience who want to gain a formal qualification. It is also particularly suitable for recent graduates of fine, contemporary or performing arts courses - especially those who have developed a set of artistic skills and want to learn how to apply them to projects in a social context.

This course aims to help students develop their own freelance career and will explore the practical and enterprise skills that you need to develop a sustainable career in your chosen field. It also meet the growing needs of organisations with community-based outreach departments.

The course is delivered both full and part-time with start dates in September and January and offers the flexibility to develop your skills and knowledge whilst in employment.

Why QMU?

Unique course content designed to prepare you to work in arts and social practice: The combination of modules on this MA makes it unique in Scotland and will prepare you to play a key part of the growing creative health and wellbeing of the nation.
Flexible study options allow you to continue in employment whilst a student: The course is available both full and part-time and offers both a September or January start each year. It’s also possible to study single modules.
Our small class sizes are perfect for sharing experiences and fostering new ideas: We want to nurture a strong community sense on this course and while lecturers are experts in their fields, we believe it is vitally important to have a strong community of learners around you, not only will this be important to your learning and development, but also as future colleagues and support networks.
Teaching team with wide ranging expertise: Our staff have a wealth of experience in community art, applied theatre and socially engaged practices, and continue to advance the sector with their research and activities.
Great location for studying and future employment in this area: Our location in Edinburgh means rapid access to a variety of communities and arts organisations to work with, as well as the opportunity to travel further afield across Scotland and the UK due to our excellent travel connections.
You’ll be part of an international cohort of students: Students on this course come from across the globe and sharing your experiences will prove to be of real benefit.
Optimum balance of theoretical and practical learning: The course offers a variety of learning experiences, including industry-based learning, which are sure to enrich your studies.
Industry input and our professional links ensures you are up to date with key developments: You’ll benefit from a range of professional expertise as well as insight from key cultural organisations working this way across Scotland. Teaching staff have extensive professional experience and networks to draw from including local and national bodies. We also have formal partnerships with a variety of organisations such as Out of the Blue, Craigmillar Now, Artlink Edinburgh and North Edinburgh Arts that students can access as part of their learning.

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94/101
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93rd
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Entry requirements

A UK honours degree (or equivalent) in a creative subject area OR significant work experience in arts-led community projects. You will be required to outline your creative practice as part of the application so that we can ensure we have suitable expertise and facilities to support the type of work you wish to undertake. If you don't have an honours degree, we may ask you to provide this in the form of a portfolio.

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£6,825 per year

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£16,740 per year

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£16,740 per year

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