Art Museum and Gallery Studies PGDip
University of Leicester
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Course descriptionArt Museum and Gallery Studies puts museums in relation to the diverse network of spaces where art is made, defined, experienced and debated. Grounded in professional experience and cutting-edge research, our programme provides expert training in art history, curating, collections, public engagement and the social and political agency of art. We encourage a critical and forward-thinking approach to the role of art and its institutions in a changing world and the meaning of art ...Read more

Course description

Art Museum and Gallery Studies puts museums in relation to the diverse network of spaces where art is made, defined, experienced and debated. Grounded in professional experience and cutting-edge research, our programme provides expert training in art history, curating, collections, public engagement and the social and political agency of art. We encourage a critical and forward-thinking approach to the role of art and its institutions in a changing world and the meaning of art beyond conventional spheres. By combining research-led teaching with hands-on experience and an eight-week professional placement, Art Museum and Gallery Studies will support you in joining a community of professionals and scholars working across the world as School of Museum Studies graduates.

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Art Museum and Gallery Studies will allow you to gain insight into the work of art institutions, and understand how they can become more accessible, representative, and relevant. You will gain experience of art handling, curating and collections, and historical, theoretical, and contextual knowledge and understanding of artistic, creative and professional practices. Throughout the programme, you will be introduced to a range of research methodologies including arts-based approaches. As a PGDip or MA student you will complete six taught modules and a professional placement. As an MA student you will also undertake a supervised research project on a topic of your choice. Your course fee includes regular study visits, and those enrolled on this programme can apply for the British Council Venice Fellowship Programme to spend a month completing research in Italy during the Venice art or architecture biennale.

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36/101
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11 Jan 23

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Students need to have: Either a first class or second class degree, which can be in any subject area; Or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and aptitudes through the possession of a professional or vocational qualification and/or the accrual of relevant work experiences. Relevant experience can come from a wide spectrum of work or voluntary environments but clear evidence of this experience must be provided. You should be able to demonstrate a commitment to, or strong interest in, museums, galleries, or other kinds of heritage or cultural organisation. If you do not have a degree, you will be asked complete an assessment, such as an essay, to demonstrate your readiness for postgraduate study. Clear guidance will be provided on assessment criteria. You may also be required to attend an interview.

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£9,680 per year

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£17,840 per year

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University of Leicester
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