This MA is founded in the belief that managing arts projects requires approaches and skills that are common to a wide range of art forms including visual art, film, music and performing arts. The convergence effect of contemporary technology on media forms has resulted in arts events and projects that are inclusive and not necessarily limited to a specific media. Managing these types of events requires individuals who are not narrowly focused but are informed in a broad spectrum of art forms.

The course is based on the idea that in order to be effective in the arts and cultural sector professionals working in the area need cultural knowledge, an awareness of arts policies at a regional national and international level, combined with organisational and marketing skills. You will explore the requirements for managing arts organisations, cultural spaces and visual and performing arts projects within the context of social, political and economic environments.

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Further Studies

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Employment Opportunities

On completion of the course you will be more critically aware of the regional, national and international context in which arts organisations and projects operate. You will be able to pursue a career in managing arts organisations and spaces, working within a management team on large scale events and festivals or be a freelance arts project manager. Jobs might include gallery administrator, arts officer, theatre manager, festival administrator or manager of an arts organisation.

Course Structure

The course is structured to broaden and deepen your knowledge through engagement with a seminar and lecture programme delivered by experienced professionals with a knowledge of the wider context in which arts events take place. It will enhance your knowledge of the interdisciplinary nature of many arts projects.

The professional practice placement and the final project are intended to give you practical experience in your chosen field of cultural activity and opportunities to network and deepen your understanding of how organisations, projects or events work.

Shared Option Modules (15 credits)

Term 1:

Advanced Practice

Art in the Public Realm

Arts Policy and Cultural Planning

Discourses in Art and Design

Perspectives on Art as a Global Human Experience

Subjectivity, Arts and Culture

Term 2:

Art and New Media

Models and Methods of Curatorial Practice

Mythologies of Madness

Photography as Research

Project Planning

Queer Strategies in Practice

Small Arts Business Set Up

Unconscious to Conscious Theories

Entry Requirements

• Either a first degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent qualifications or experience.

Application Details

Please apply direct to BIAD Admissions. For more information, or an application form, please contact BIAD Admissions. Tel: 0121 331 5150. Email: biad.admissions@bcu.ac.uk

Fees Notes

For information on fees please contact BIAD Admissions: Tel: +44 (0)121 331 5150. Email: biad.admissions@bcu.ac.uk

Enquiries

For information on the course or to discuss your application please contact Professor Gregory Sporton (MA Arts and Project Management Course Director) directly:
Tel: +44 (0)121 331 5970
Email: Gregory.sporton@bcu.ac.uk