MA Arts Administration & Cultural Policy: Music Pathway
Goldsmiths, University of London
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This MA will enable you to develop an awareness of and a critical approach to the discipline of arts administration and cultural policy, by studying trending issues in cultural policy and art practice in Europe, Asia and wider international contexts.On this Masters from the Institute for Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship you will study audience development and engagement, fundraising, arts education, cultural tourism, regeneration through arts, arts diversity and social inclusion, ...Read more

This MA will enable you to develop an awareness of and a critical approach to the discipline of arts administration and cultural policy, by studying trending issues in cultural policy and art practice in Europe, Asia and wider international contexts.On this Masters from the Institute for Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship you will study audience development and engagement, fundraising, arts education, cultural tourism, regeneration through arts, arts diversity and social inclusion, copyright and the role of the arts in international relations and diplomacy, as well as connections with local, national and supranational cultural identities. We use London as our classroom, encouraging you to engage with one of the most exciting art cities in the world. The programme will also draw on relationships with creative organisations across the UK, particularly in Manchester, Bristol and Brighton. Some of the best practitioners from a number of companies, venues and key arts organisations in Europe and beyond teach on the programme, providing you with a direct link with the arts and wider creative industries profession. Explore our partners in learning.Through individual research with focused tutorials from groups of lecturers from the programme, and a work placement with an arts organisation, you will develop essential practical skills in the highly competitive London arts scene and enhance your potential and employability as an arts administrator. Please note that a placement with any specific arts organisation is not guaranteed. However, we take you through a supportive process to connect you with an appropriate arts organisation.Music Pathway:It's also possible to follow a Music Pathway in this programme, which allows you to broaden your knowledge and skills in the music industry.In addition to modules offered on the general MA Arts Administration and Cultural policy programme, you can study a Music Management module. At the start of the academic year you will also be able to discuss other music modules appropriate to your background.

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Alejandro
24 Feb 23

I think Goldsmiths is an ideal environment to grow both personally and achademically. The university offers a space full of resources to develop your creative interests and the..Read more

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Emma
22 Feb 23

Although the student union is small (as is the uni) there are events held regularly, but I would argue are not inclusive enough to all interests. Also, toilet facilities need..Read more

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Entry requirements

You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) the following qualifications:

  • An undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant/related subject

You might also be considered for some programmes if you arent a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level.

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£13,600 per year

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Accommodation - Budget - GBP 158 - GBP 337 per week.

£24,350 per year

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Accommodation - Budget - GBP 158 - GBP 337 per week.

£24,350 per year

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Alejandro
24 Feb 23
Arts Management - BA (Hons)
I think Goldsmiths is an ideal environment to grow both personally and achademically. The university offers a space full of resources to develop your creative interests and the...
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Emma
22 Feb 23
Arts Management - BA (Hons)
Although the student union is small (as is the uni) there are events held regularly, but I would argue are not inclusive enough to all interests. Also, toilet facilities need...
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Goldsmiths, University of London
New Cross, London London Greater London SE14 6NW United Kingdom
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