MA Exhibition Studies

Liverpool John Moores University offers an MA in Exhibition Studies. The course considers the history of exhibition practices, focusing on contemporary conditions, and examines the critical and practical issues presented by the interaction of exhibition and audience. It is regarded as one of the most innovative areas of contemporary curating and art world practice in the UK outside of London.Course Content: The programme explores the intersections of art, science, and hospitalities industries. Its curriculum includes critical thinking on contemporary exhibition theories and practices, culminating in the production of an exhibition proposal, a piece of original research, or practical exhibition-related project. The course also includes fieldwork, with seminars held at partner organisations, and engagement with major biennials and festivals. Guest lecturers from the arts and cultural sectors also contribute to the course on a regular basis.Key Modules: Key modules include Exhibition Histories, Exhibition Theories, Exhibition Practices, Research Methods, and MA Dissertation Exhibition Proposal/Report. Students also have to undertake either a placement or a collaborative project for their Fieldwork module.Future Careers: Graduates can expect to find employment in a range of roles in the arts and cultural sectors, notably as curators, educators, administrators, coordinators, and managers in galleries and museums, as well as roles in cultural policy-making bodies, art fairs, festivals, biennials, and other areas of the arts and cultural industries.'For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.'