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Arts (Curatorial & Museum Studies)

University of Adelaide
Information last verified July 2026
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Tuition AUD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 18 months
Deadline Nov, 2026
Delivery On-campus
Location South Australia, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Arts (Curatorial & Museum Studies) at University of Adelaide is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 18 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 arts & design. 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 Arts (Curatorial & Museum Studies) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Adelaide, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Arts (Curatorial & Museum Studies) programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

  1. Creative Director
  2. Graphic / UX Designer
  3. Art Director
  4. Curator
  5. Visual Artist
  6. Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. [\'Interrogating Australian Colonial Art\', "Studies in Australian Art\'", \'European Art: Renaissance to Revolutions\', \'Modern Autralian Art\', \'Studies in Asian Art\']

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

International applicants
  • IELTS Overall: 6.5
To be considered for entry into postgraduate programs at the University of Adelaide applicants usually require at least a higher education Bachelor degree or equivalent. However, the requirements vary between programs and sometimes work experience may be taken into account in lieu of a completed degree – please check with the relevant Faculty for further information.To be eligible for some programs, particularly in the areas of Science, Engineering, Maths and Computer Science, applicants are required to have passed specific subjects called \'program prerequisites\'. For SACE applicants, program prerequisites are the nominated subject(s) completed at SACE Stage 2 level, with a minimum subject achievement score of 10 out of 20. Other applicants, i.e. higher education, TAFE and special entry, are required to have successfully completed either these subjects or their equivalent. Program prerequisites apply to all applicants to the relevant programs.A number of programs list SACE subjects as \'assumed knowledge\' in the Undergraduate Prospectus and the SATAC Uni Guide. These subjects indicate the academic background that it is assumed students entering the program will have. Studying these subjects is highly desirable but is not a requirement of admission.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Adelaide 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 Adelaide

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University of Adelaide

South Australia, Australia

former university in South Australia, disestablished 2026

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline Nov, 2026
  • Start Date Jan, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months
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