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PostgraduateMA

Global Contemporary Art

University of Westminster, London
London, England
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Course Overview

Offered by University of Westminster, London, the MA Global Contemporary Art provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in combined and general studies. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The Global Contemporary Art MA is a practice-led course designed to nurture the professional, critical, and collaborative skills needed to pursue impactful, globally-aware and socially responsible artistic and curatorial practices. The course recognises that there has been a fundamental shift in the vision and purpose of contemporary art in global and translocal contexts. Informed by the work of the Centre for Research and Education in Arts and Media (CREAM), the course will enable you to become a mobile and dynamic professional capable of developing artistic and curatorial practices that a... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 90% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Contemporary Art Theory and Global Contexts
Curatorial Practice and Exhibition Design
Art
Sustainability and Social Responsibility
Research Methods for Arts Practice
Collaborative and Interdisciplinary Art Making
Digital Platforms and New Media Practices
Independent Research Project
Professional Practice and Artistic Networks
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirementjobs, placements and work experience tailored career guidance and mentoring step-by-step career planning through the Westminster Award work and study abroad programmes start-up, business and freelance support Westminster Stories Westminster students take part in New Designers 2025 exhibition Final-year Illustration and Graphic Design BA students have taken part in the New Designers (ND) 2025 exhibition, that brings together the best graduate design talent from across the UK.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.5666.56.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
15%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
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