Program Overview
The Conservation at University of the Arts London is a MA programme in Arts & Design 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 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 Conservation 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 28,840 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,180 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Conservation programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- A course that consists of practical studio work where students are introduced to conservation ideas and techniques through taught classes
- To learn about the science of materials and how they react under different conditions, providing students with an understanding of conservation treatments and a background to preservation management
- To learn about visual examination and condition documentation, mechanical surface cleaning, humidification and washing, de-acidification and resizing
- Our Art on Paper pathway to include specialist classes on fixatives and consolidants, pressure sensitive tape removal, sensitive media, parchment, iron gall inks, and an introduction to photographic conservation
- Our Books and Archival Materials pathway to cover the broad international and historical spectrum of bookbinding and book structures with an emphasis put on acquiring an understanding of bookbinding history
- During the second year both pathways focus on detailed conservation techniques, and students finish the course by working on a project with one of the many cultural institutions within London
- Art on Paper
- Books and Archival Materials
- Work Experience and Opportunities
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- BA (Hons) degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent academic qualification
- Professional qualifications recognised as equivalent to a BA (Hons) degree
- Professional experience or experiential learning, the outcome of which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to the qualifications required
- A combination of qualifications and experiential learning, which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to the qualifications required
- Applicants should ideally have experience of working or volunteering in a conservation setting
- Although a portfolio is not a requirement for this course, we recommend applicants demonstrate their intricate handcraft skills or work related to conservation at the interview stage
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 28,840 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,180 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 28,840 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,180 (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