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  History of Art with Curating (MA)


Online Birkbeck, University of London    School of Historical Studies

Full time & Part time October MA 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
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The MA History of Art with Curating is a fascinating programme that combines the practical skills needed in the museum industry with a deep understanding of art history. You'll gain valuable insights into curatorial practices and explore different working methods in museums and galleries. This hands-on course includes activities such as cataloguing, loan requests, and even a supervised work placement at prestigious institutions like the Tate or British Museum. With regular gallery visits and an exciting study trip abroad, you'll be immersed in the vibrant art scene. Flexible study options are available, making this programme accessible to all. Join us and unlock exciting career opportunities in the art world.

About the course

The MA History of Art with Curating is ideal if you wish to combine learning the practical skills required in the museum workplace with study of the rich and dynamic discipline of the history of art. It will give you a solid grasp of the key issues and skills involved in curating practice and an insight into the different working practices of various museums and galleries.

During an intensive week studying current issues and practices in curating you will meet curators and collections managers in London's thriving museum, galleries and archives sector, and engage in hands-on activities including documentation, cataloguing and issuing loan requests.

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Entry Requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2 or above).

For students with a degree in a subject outside the arts and humanities, the one-year part-time Graduate Certificate in History of Art and Architecture can be used as a conversion course. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate with Merit will normally be guaranteed a place on this course.

Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners.




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