GOLDSMITHS COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
BA Arts Management
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS N2V3
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€26k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- Guaranteed 30 hours of work experience in the second year.Work Experience
- Opportunity for a semester abroad in Paris with Institut Français de la Mode.Study Abroad Option
- Focus on practical skills in audience development, event planning, and fundraising.Key Skills
- Located in London, a global hub for arts and culture.Location Advantage
- 8 out of 10 graduates in highly skilled work or further study.Employability
- Access to Adobe Creative Suite software for free.Software Access
This BA Arts Management degree equips you with both the theoretical understanding and practical skills needed for a career in the vibrant arts and cultural industries. You will learn to understand and manage various arts organizations, from community projects to major institutions, including museums, galleries, theatres, music venues, and festivals. The programme emphasizes the critical role of arts and culture in the global creative economy, preparing you for success in this dynamic sector.
Curriculum
The curriculum balances theoretical insights with practical demands. Each year builds upon the previous, offering a mix of compulsory and optional modules, culminating in independent research and projects.
- Year 1
- Principles of Arts Management
- Digital Cultures, Digital Literacies
- Arts in London
- Identity, Agency & Environment 1
- Fundraising in the Arts
- Visual Culture
- Events Management
- Identity, Agency & Environment 2
- Year 2
- The Audience in Theory and Practice
- Contemporary Arts and Cultural Theory
- Managing Arts Organisations and Cultural Businesses
- Professional Practice in Arts Organisations and Cultural Businesses
- Cultural Policy in the Arts
- The Goldsmiths Elective
- The Goldsmiths Project
- Year 3
- Dissertation
- Professional Practice Project
Careers
Graduates are well-positioned for careers in the arts and cultural sectors due to strong demand for management skills. The degree provides sought-after knowledge and abilities for employers.
- Fundraising
- Events Management
- Business and Planning
- Press and Communications
- Arts Education
- Arts and Cultural Production
Frequently asked questions
- What are the tuition fees for the BA Arts Management programme?
- For international students, the tuition fee is £22,000 per year. For UK students, the tuition fee is £9,790 per year.
- What are the academic entry requirements for this programme?
- Applicants typically need CCC at A-level, DMM for BTEC, or 27 points overall with three HL subjects at 555 for the IB Diploma.
- How do I apply for the BA Arts Management programme?
- Most UK and international students should apply through UCAS. However, students from Crimea Region/Sevastopol, Donetsk/Luhansk, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, or Syria must use Goldsmiths' alternative application form.
- What career paths can I pursue after graduating?
- Graduates are well-prepared for roles in Fundraising, Events Management, Business and Planning, Press and Communications, Arts Education, and Arts and Cultural Production within the arts and cultural sectors.
- Are there opportunities for work experience during the degree?
- Yes, students are guaranteed 30 hours of work experience in their second year. There is also an option for a semester abroad in Paris with Institut Français de la Mode.
Entry requirements
A-levelCCC
BTECDMM
IB Diploma27 points overall with three HL subjects at 555
Please check the programme specification for the most up-to-date information on entry requirements.
Fees
Tuition (international)£22000 per year
Tuition (home)£9790 per year
LivingNot specified
How to apply
1. Apply via UCASAll UK and international students, with the exception of those from specific listed regions, should apply through UCAS. Visit the UCAS website to find the course and submit your application.
2. Alternative ApplicationIf you are located in Crimea Region/Sevastopol, the so-called Donetsk People's Republic (DNR) / Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), Cuba, Iran, North Korea or Syria, you must use Goldsmiths' alternative application form.
Frequently asked questions
What are the tuition fees for the BA Arts Management programme?
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For international students, the tuition fee is £22,000 per year. For UK students, the tuition fee is £9,790 per year.
What are the academic entry requirements for this programme?
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Applicants typically need CCC at A-level, DMM for BTEC, or 27 points overall with three HL subjects at 555 for the IB Diploma.
How do I apply for the BA Arts Management programme?
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Most UK and international students should apply through UCAS. However, students from Crimea Region/Sevastopol, Donetsk/Luhansk, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, or Syria must use Goldsmiths' alternative application form.
What career paths can I pursue after graduating?
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Graduates are well-prepared for roles in Fundraising, Events Management, Business and Planning, Press and Communications, Arts Education, and Arts and Cultural Production within the arts and cultural sectors.
Are there opportunities for work experience during the degree?
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Yes, students are guaranteed 30 hours of work experience in their second year. There is also an option for a semester abroad in Paris with Institut Français de la Mode.