University of the Arts London: Curating and Collections

Name: Curating and Collections
Author: University of the Arts London

Institution	University of the Arts London View institution profile
Department	Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London
Web	arts.ac.uk
Email	info@chelsea.arts.ac.uk
Telephone	020 7514 7751
Study type	Taught

Summary

MA Curating and Collections at Chelsea College of Arts focuses on developing the skills needed to curate a range of art and design objects within the context of public and private collections.

You will work alongside the established curatorial team at Chelsea Space, our on-site gallery. You will handle a range of collections held by UAL. This will help you explore current debates and practices in curating.

What you can expect:

• Practical skills to sit alongside critical reflection. This will help you develop a balanced approach to curatorial methods • A course that focuses on working with contemporary and historic collections, exhibition design, concept development, marketing, press releases and budgeting • To explore current critical debates. You will keep up to date on issues such as participation, the artist-curator dynamic and thinking about the public realm • The curatorial team at Chelsea Space to provide training within an active and supportive curatorial environment. Through this you will engage with the best examples of contemporary practice • To handle a range of collections held by the UAL

The UAL collections include:

• Chelsea's Special Collections, which have a strong emphasis on modern and contemporary art and design • Camberwell's ILEA collection of ceramics and glassware • Central Saint Martins' Museum and Study Collection, which include early printed books, prints, illuminated manuscripts, embroideries, 1920s German film posters, textiles and garments

About Chelsea College of Arts Chelsea College of Arts is one of London's most prestigious art and design colleges. The College offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in curating and collections, fine art, graphic design communication, textile design, product and furniture design, interior design, and interior & spatial design.

The College's small size and supportive atmosphere creates an exciting community of creative students and staff. You will learn the practical, theoretical and professional elements of your subject from our expert staff. Chelsea College of Arts is a place where experimentation, ideas and concepts are encouraged to develop.

The College's Grade ll listed Pimlico site, located in central London overlooks the Tate Britain and the River Thames. It has excellent workshops, extensive library facilities, a canteen and an onsite gallery, Chelsea Space.

The College’s alumni include Anish Kapoor, Steve McQueen, Haroon Mirza, Mariko Mori, Mike Nelson, Chris Ofili, James Richards, Mark Wallinger, Gillian Wearing and Tatty Devine co-founders, Harriet Vine and Rosie Wolfenden.

https://www.arts.ac.uk/subjects/curation-and-culture/postgraduate/ma-curating-and-collections-chelsea

MA

Full-Time, 15 months started Oct 2023

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	BA Honours degree in a related subject or equivalent academic qualifications. Study proposal. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS level 6.5 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Location	Chelsea College of Arts 16 John Islip Street London SW1P 4JU

Fees

England	12700 GBP for Whole course
Northern Ireland	12700 GBP for Whole course
Scotland	12700 GBP for Whole course
Wales	12700 GBP for Whole course
Channel Islands	12700 GBP for Whole course
Republic of Ireland	12700 GBP for Whole course
EU	25970 GBP for Whole course
International	25970 GBP for Whole course