Kingston University: Curating Contemporary Design
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Art and Design History |
| Web | http://www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
You will gain a grounding in the professional aspects of curatorial practice as well as first-hand experience in planning and organising exhibitions. This practical experience will be supported by modules in history and theory, ensuring you have a thorough knowledge of the ideas and context underpinning the display and curating of contemporary designed objects. There is a strong emphasis on gaining key employability skills for the sector, ensuring a high level of professional development. We develop live projects with leading organisations such as the British Council, Crafts Council and V and A Museum.
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| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good BA(Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in an academic subject or creative practice field. We welcome applicants with relevant work experience, such as practitioners, museum staff and designers looking to extend their professional experience. You should be able to demonstrate an ability to work creatively and within a team. All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirement, which is Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no element below 5.5. |
| Assessment | Assessment is through curatorial project briefs; seminar presentations; essays; dissertation. |
| Modules | Modules: Professional practice; interpreting contemporary design; theory of the object; making of the modern world; final project. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 7600 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 7600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 7600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 7600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 7600 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15300 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good BA(Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in an academic subject or creative practice field. We welcome applicants with relevant work experience, such as practitioners, museum staff and designers looking to extend their professional experience. You should be able to demonstrate an ability to work creatively and within a team. All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirement, which is Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no element below 5.5. |
| Assessment | Assessment is through curatorial project briefs; seminar presentations; essays; dissertation. |
| Modules | Modules: Professional practice; interpreting contemporary design; theory of the object; making of the modern world; final project. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 4180 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 4180 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 4180 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4180 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4180 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8415 GBP for Year 1 |
Kingston University
Overview
A vibrant, modern and supportive University based across four campuses, Kingston offers a wide range of postgraduate taught and research degrees. It offers people from all backgrounds and countries (140 at the last count) the opportunity to make a difference – not only to their own lives, but also to the world around them.
You’ll earn a postgraduate degree with a difference via 118 years of teaching excellence. We will help you to achieve your career goals by putting your academic knowledge into practice, gaining the problem-solving skills and flexibility you need to adapt to the changing ...
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