GOLDSMITHS COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
MFA Curating
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
24 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€32k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- Ranked in the top 25 globally for Art & Design (QS WUR by Subject 2024).Global Ranking
- Practice-led research environment.Learning Style
- Close collaboration with Goldsmiths CCA.Gallery Partnership
- Opportunities for professional experience with major institutions like Tate Modern and Guggenheim.Industry Connections
- Eligible for Junior Fellowships upon graduation.Post-Graduation Opportunities
- Free access to Adobe Creative Suite software.Software Access
The MFA Curating at Goldsmiths offers a contemporary, practice-led approach to artistic, social, and critical curating. It's designed for aspiring curators and practitioners seeking to develop their professional skills and explore curatorial concepts from aesthetic, social, political, and philosophical perspectives. The program emphasizes interdisciplinarity, collaboration, and critical thinking, preparing students for diverse roles in exhibition-making, public programming, and working with artists across disciplines. You'll engage with historical and contemporary practices, develop a strong theoretical foundation, and gain practical experience through Goldsmiths' close ties with Goldsmiths CCA and opportunities with leading art institutions.
Curriculum
The MFA Curating is a two-part program focused on experimentation and innovation in curatorial practice. It combines independent research with critical studies and practical engagement.
- Year One
- Curatorial Practice I
- Critical Studies I
- Year Two
- Curatorial Practice II
- Critical Studies II
Careers
Graduates are well-prepared for careers in the contemporary art world, working with leading arts organisations in both public and private sectors. The program fosters skills for roles in museums, galleries, art fairs, non-profit organisations, and more.
- Curator
- Exhibition Organiser
- Arts Administrator
- Project Manager
- Gallery Professional
Entry requirements
Undergraduate DegreeA good undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject is required.
Please refer to the programme specification for detailed entry requirements.
Fees
Tuition (international)£27,500 per year for full-time study.
Tuition (home)£11,800 per year for full-time study.
LivingNot specified.
Part-time fees are half the full-time annual fee for each year of study.
How to apply
1. Complete the Online Application FormAccess the Goldsmiths online application system via the provided link.
2. Submit Supporting DocumentsEnsure all required documents are uploaded with your application. This typically includes academic transcripts, a curriculum vitae, and a personal statement.
3. Attend an Interview (if required)Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview to discuss their application and suitability for the programme.