Program Overview
The Art: Theory and Philosophy at University of the Arts London is a MRes programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Art: Theory and Philosophy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 10,110 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Art: Theory and Philosophy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Unit 1 - Critical Perspectives
- Unit 2 - Thinking as Practice (Research Methodologies 1)
- Unit 3 - Critical Practices (Research Methodologies 2)
- Unit 4 - Independent Research Project (IRP)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirement information
Selection to MRes Art: Theory and Philosophy is determined by the quality of your application (including a written indicative independent project proposal and supporting material). You\'ll also need to meet the minimum entry requirements as indicated below, but please note that these qualifications alone won\'t be sufficient to secure entry to the course.
Minimum entry requirements
We consider applicants who have already achieved an educational level equivalent to an Honours degree. You can demonstrate this educational level by:
- Having an Honours degree or an equivalent academic qualification
- Having a professional qualification recognised as equivalent to an Honours degree
- Prior experiential learning, the outcome of which can be shown to be equivalent to formal qualifications otherwise required
- A combination of formal qualifications and experiential learning that, taken together, can be shown to be equivalent to formal qualifications otherwise required
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 10,110 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 10,110 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Arts London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Arts London
University of the Arts London
London, England
The University of the Arts London (UAL) is a public collegiate university in London, England, United Kingdom. It specialises in arts, design, fashion, and the performing arts. The university is a...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months