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Kingston University: Curating Contemporary Design
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Art and Design History |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- This course is run jointly with the Design Museum; you will have access to inspiring curators, collections, archives, the library, exhibitions and events.
- You will build your professional profile through curating live projects at the Design Museum and with institutions such as the British Council, the Royal Academy and the Architecture Association.
- Kingston University has its own art and design gallery, Stanley Picker Gallery, Dorich House Museum and extensive workshops.
**About this course**
You will develop creative and practical skills for curating design exhibitions, public programmes and alternative curatorial formats. You will learn to critically reflect on curatorial practice, work transdisciplinary and speak and write about contemporary design and curatorial practice.
The course offers visits to studios, exhibitions, galleries and independent creatives. There is also an optional international study trip.* Past destinations have included New York, Berlin and Amsterdam. Through a dissertation and/or project, you will showcase your originality and creativity in design curation.
**Example modules**
- Theories of the Contemporary Object
- Curatorial Skill Sets
- Politics of Display
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a 2:2 or above honours 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. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 18700 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 10900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 18700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- This course is run jointly with the Design Museum; you will have access to inspiring curators, collections, archives, the library, exhibitions and events.
- You will build your professional profile through curating live projects at the Design Museum and with institutions such as the British Council, the Royal Academy and the Architecture Association.
- Kingston University has its own art and design gallery, Stanley Picker Gallery, Dorich House Museum and extensive workshops.
**About this course**
You will develop creative and practical skills for curating design exhibitions, public programmes and alternative curatorial formats. You will learn to critically reflect on curatorial practice, work transdisciplinary and speak and write about contemporary design and curatorial practice.
The course offers visits to studios, exhibitions, galleries and independent creatives. There is also an optional international study trip.* Past destinations have included New York, Berlin and Amsterdam. Through a dissertation and/or project, you will showcase your originality and creativity in design curation.
**Example modules**
- Theories of the Contemporary Object
- Curatorial Skill Sets
- Politics of Display
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a 2:2 or above honours 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. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 10285 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 5995 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5995 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5995 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5995 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 10285 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston:
– This course is run jointly with the Design Museum; you will have access to inspiring curators, collections, archives, the library, exhibitions and events.
– You will build your professional profile through curating live projects at the Design Museum and with institutions such as the British Council, the Royal Academy and the Architecture Association.
– Kingston University has its own art and design gallery, Stanley Picker Gallery, Dorich House Museum and extensive workshops.
About this course:
You will develop creative and practical skills for curating design exhibitions, public programmes and alternative curatorial formats. You will learn to critically reflect on curatorial practice, work transdisciplinary and speak and write about contemporary design and curatorial practice.
The course offers visits to studios, exhibitions, galleries and independent creatives. There is also an optional international study trip.* Past destinations have included New York, Berlin and Amsterdam Through a dissertation and/or project, you will showcase your originality and creativity in design curation.
| 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 will invite all shortlisted candidates to an interview. You will need to demonstrate evidence of enthusiasm and commitment to the subject, plus the ability to analyse written material. We can interview international students by telephone. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 18200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 10260 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10260 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10260 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10260 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 18200 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston:
– This course is run jointly with the Design Museum; you will have access to inspiring curators, collections, archives, the library, exhibitions and events.
– You will build your professional profile through curating live projects at the Design Museum and with institutions such as the British Council, the Royal Academy and the Architecture Association.
– Kingston University has its own art and design gallery, Stanley Picker Gallery, Dorich House Museum and extensive workshops.
About this course:
You will develop creative and practical skills for curating design exhibitions, public programmes and alternative curatorial formats. You will learn to critically reflect on curatorial practice, work transdisciplinary and speak and write about contemporary design and curatorial practice.
The course offers visits to studios, exhibitions, galleries and independent creatives. There is also an optional international study trip.* Past destinations have included New York, Berlin and Amsterdam Through a dissertation and/or project, you will showcase your originality and creativity in design curation.
| 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 will invite all shortlisted candidates to an interview. You will need to demonstrate evidence of enthusiasm and commitment to the subject, plus the ability to analyse written material. We can interview international students by telephone. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 10010 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 5643 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5643 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5643 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5643 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 10010 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 (148 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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