MA Creative and Cultural Industries
University of Manchester
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The MA Creative and Cultural Industries course will deliver comprehensive knowledge and understanding of theory and practice relevant to the broad field of Creative and Cultural Industries (CCIs). Students will encounter key global theoretical perspectives and policy approaches, sector-based practices, issues and debates, tools and insights into evidence and decision-making for strategy and enterprise at individual, organisational and governmental levels. Through taught course units, ...Read more

The MA Creative and Cultural Industries course will deliver comprehensive knowledge and understanding of theory and practice relevant to the broad field of Creative and Cultural Industries (CCIs). Students will encounter key global theoretical perspectives and policy approaches, sector-based practices, issues and debates, tools and insights into evidence and decision-making for strategy and enterprise at individual, organisational and governmental levels. Through taught course units, practice-based learning and research, students will be prepared to undertake qualified management, lead business strategies, design policies and exercise entrepreneurship in CCIs.

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Entry requirements

A First or Upper Second Class Honors degree (or overseas equivalent), normally in a relevant Humanities or Social Science area. Applicants that do not meet the academic entry qualification criteria but with evidence of extensive professional experience in relevant practice (3+ years) may be considered on an individual basis.

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University of Manchester
Oxford Road Manchester Greater Manchester M13 9PL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Manchester Piccadilly  0.3 miles away
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