Program Overview
The Contemporary Art Practice at Plymouth University is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 36 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 Contemporary Art Practice 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,660 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Contemporary Art Practice programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
For entry to postgraduate level, you should normally possess:
- a first or upper second (2:1) degree with honours or professional qualification, recognised as being equivalent to degree standard; or
- an ordinary degree, foundation degree, higher national diploma, or university diploma, accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field.
- Applicants with overseas qualifications can check their comparability with the UK equivalent through NARIC, who provide an advisory service.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,660 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,660 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Plymouth University 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 Plymouth University
Plymouth University
Plymouth, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
