MA Arts, Festival and Cultural Management
Queen Margaret University Edinburgh
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Are you interested in shaping the future of the arts and cultural sector? This long establish and forward-thinking MA in Arts, Festival and Cultural Management will allow you to gain a better understanding of the management of cultural organisations and the individual factors that influence the environment in which they function.The course will appeal to a range of individuals and will qualify you for a broad range of management positions within a wide spectrum of cultural organisations and ...Read more

Are you interested in shaping the future of the arts and cultural sector? This long establish and forward-thinking MA in Arts, Festival and Cultural Management will allow you to gain a better understanding of the management of cultural organisations and the individual factors that influence the environment in which they function.

The course will appeal to a range of individuals and will qualify you for a broad range of management positions within a wide spectrum of cultural organisations and festivals.

The may interest those already working in the sector who want to gain a formal qualification as well as undergraduates, of perhaps arts and humanities courses, who have not studied management previously and who are looking for a career change.

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?

Flexible study options that are particularly suitable if you are already working in the sector or wish to do so when studying: Available full-time, part-time or by single module study, you will be able to study around your work commitments.
A course that will assist you in your current role or create a route to a new career: You will be qualified for a broad range of management positions within a wide spectrum of cultural organisations and festivals.
Our small class sizes are perfect for sharing experiences and fostering new ideas: Enjoy the support of staff and encouragement of fellow students. While lecturers are experts in their fields, we believe it is vitally important to have a strong community of learners around you these will no doubt be important to your learning and development, but also as future colleagues and support networks.
Unique course content designed to prepare you for this broad sector: Our focus on the relationship between theory and practice aims to ensure that you become a reflective practitioner that is not only aware of the insights of festivals and cultural management, but that you are aware of the contextual realities of this practice.
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.
Teaching team with wide ranging expertise: Our staff have a wealth of experience in both the theory and practice of cultural management, and all come from a very different perspectives, giving out students a broad overview of the subject. The lecturers have collectively been involved in such activities as writing national policies; guiding international research; leading cultural projects and businesses; and advising government on cultural policy. Our team’s research has also been published widely - including several books on the subject - and we have written reports for national bodies on a wide variety of subjects. As such, we hold significant and broad knowledge about the sector to share with students.
Great location for studying and future employment in this area: Our location, just six minutes by train from the heart of the world’s greatest festival city, is sure to enrich your learning experience and provide many opportunities for work-based experience and future employment.
You’ll be part of an international cohort of students: Students on this course come from across the globe and sharing your experiences will proof 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. Real-world assignments are designed to develop and consolidate your new key skills.

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Entry requirements

Students need to have a UK honours degree or equivalent OR significant work experience in cultural organisations or festivals.

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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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