Program Overview
The Curating Contemporary Art at Royal College of Art 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 Curating Contemporary Art 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 28,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Curating Contemporary Art 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
- Curatorial Theory
- Curatorial Practice
- Humanities Lecture Series
- Economies and Ecologies: The Contexts of Curating
- Interim Examination (viva)
- First Dissertation Plan (3000 words)
- Individual Tutorials
- Project Groups
- Dissertation
- Compilation of Portfolios
- Final examination (viva)
- Presentation of Graduating Work in RCA SHOW
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- You should have a good undergraduate degree in history of art or fine art, or other appropriate area of the humanities.
- You will most likely have some relevant practical experience having worked in a paid or unpaid capacity within the visual arts and can demonstrate an existing commitment to curating through having already organised one or more exhibitions.
- You must demonstrate a strong interest in contemporary art.
- Please do not submit portfolios, as these are not required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 28,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 28,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Royal College of Art 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 Royal College of Art
Royal College of Art
London, United Kingdom
Royal College of Art is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-02
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
