Art Museum and Gallery Studies
Entry requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in:
- fine art
- craft
- design
- art history.
You don't have to have a full degree in an art-related subject, but you should have studied modules in:
- art history
- art theory and/or fine art
- craft
- design.
We will also consider your application if you have non-standard qualifications and/or relevant professional experience in the museum, gallery and heritage sectors.
If you have borderline or non-standard qualifications we may contact you to request more information. We may ask you to attend an interview either in person, via telephone or Skype.
Months of entry
September
Course content
We aim to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to establish or progress your career working in art museums or galleries.
The course is part of Media, Culture and Heritage in the School of Arts and Cultures. We have a thriving, high-profile interdisciplinary research community. It's made up of postgraduate research students and experienced academic researchers who are key figures in their fields.
You'll have input from professional and academic experts with substantial experience of working in the museum and gallery sectors in various countries.
Working in collaboration with our key partners you'll curate a public-facing group exhibition. You'll also organise and deliver a programme of public activities and learning events. The course is designed to provide you with an unparalleled experience and a professional edge.
The course encourages a hands-on approach. It involves major input from a range of art museum and gallery professionals from the region and beyond. This includes those involved in independent initiatives, national art collections, and internationally significant exhibitions.
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Information for international students
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Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- PGDip
- part time18 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time9 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Modules also available on Continuing Professional Development (CPD) basis.
Course contact details
- Name
- Dr Joanne Sayner, Degree Programme Director
- pgmch@ncl.ac.uk
- Phone
- + 44 (0) 191 208 5336