MA Arts and Education Practices

The Arts and Education Practices MA is a postgraduate course offered by Birmingham City University starting from the academic year 2024-25. Ideal for those willing to spark important change in the world of arts and education, this Masters programme provides a platform to apply practice-based research within their professional context, whether that's in formal or informal education, policy-making, or contributing to wider societal and community contexts.Course Content: The programme mentors students in the art and science of educational practices through a blend of in-person sessions and online study. The MA programme is composed of 180 credits, completed over either one year (full-time) or two years (part-time).Key Modules: This Masters programme is enriched with subjects designed to instill a comprehensive understanding of Arts and Education practices, boosting analytical, critical and communication skills. Core modules include Practice: Developing Insights (20 credits), Project Development (20 credits), and Thesis (60 credits). Some other modules are Research Methods in Practice (20 credits), Negotiated Practice: Insights and Directions (40 credits) and Practice: Implementing Insights (20 credits).Accreditations: Birmingham City University is accredited by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education in the UK.Future Careers: Graduates will have a wealth of career opportunities, ranging from arts education roles in schools and colleges, project management within arts organisations, through to freelance practice, community arts, and roles within policy making or advocacy. You’ll also be well prepared for further study at PhD level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.