Program Overview
The Curating Contemporary Design (in partnership with the Design Museum) at Kingston University is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 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 Design (in partnership with the Design Museum) 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Curating Contemporary Design (in partnership with the Design Museum) 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
- [\'The Curating Contemporary Design MA trains professionals who can display, curate and communicate the values and ideas of design.\', "It is taught in partnership with the Design Museum, London, which means you benefit from the experience of studying at one of the world\'s best known design museums.", \'Professional practice modules at the Design Museum underpin modules on the history and theory of curating design taught at Kingston University.\', \'You will be involved in aspects of planning and organising exhibitions, working on real briefs set by leading museums and organisations.\', \'The dissertation allows you to build on this and research an area of curating contemporary design linked to your professional ambitions.\', "Work experience is also an important part of the course. Most students work on an aspect of the Design Museum\'s programme, but others have worked with leading art and design museums in London."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants should have a good BA(Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in an academic subject or creative practice field.
- We welcome applicants with relevant work experience, such as practitioners, museum staff and designers looking to extend their professional experience.
- You should be able to demonstrate an ability to work creatively and within a team.
All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall, with special conditions in all elements.\xc2\xa0
Applicants from one of the recognised Majority English Speaking Countries (MESCs) do not need to meet these requirements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kingston 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 Kingston University
Kingston University
Moffat, United Kingdom
Kingston University 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- Language English
- Duration 12 months