MA Exhibition Studies | Part-time

Exhibition Studies students engage with histories and methods of exhibition culture, with specific emphasis on socially engaged practices. Students study community-based curatorial methodologies as well as the mediation of curatorial projects in galleries, museums, and biennials. Study socially engaged curatorial practices that work towards delivering social, environmental, and cultural justice Develop individualised research topics through transdisciplinary project-based learning Draw on your learning to curate your own exhibition as part of your Major Project Lead the Snapshot programme of research-based exhibitions in the John Lennon Art and Design Building Benefit from teaching and opportunities to develop work with internationally renowned arts organisations, including Liverpool Biennial, Tate Liverpool, FACT, Open Eye, National Museums Liverpool, EARN, and Aarhus University, Denmark Enjoy direct benefits from the degree's links to the Exhibition Research Lab and a range of international collaborations and partnerships developed by staff Benefit from state-of-the-art workspaces and facilities within the modern, purpose-built and RIBA award-winning John Lennon Art and Design Building View the 2025 Liverpool School of Art and Creative Industries (LSACI) MA Online Degree Show View and engage with work produced by masters students from the Liverpool School of Art and Creative Industries Take advantage of a number of scholarships and bursaries to help expand your horizons during your studies The programme considers what constitutes an exhibition in the 21st century through a theoretical and practical understanding of exhibition formats. We explore evolving models of best practice and the very latest in innovative forms of exhibition and curatorial practices, preparing our students to navigate and shape the expanding field of curatorial practice. As a student, you will be based in the School of Art and Creative Industries, the oldest art school in the UK outside of London. Additional funding for this programme is available via the Susan Cotton Travel Award and other study bursaries.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Undergraduate degree A minimum 2:1 in a visual arts-related subject (non standard applications and those without a degree will be assessed on the basis of experience), and a reference to be able to demonstrate the ability to benefit from and contribute to the programme Additional requirements Interview required To attend an interview Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme International requirements IELTS IELTS English language requirement: 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component) Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme. Short-listed applicants will be invited to attend an interview. Whilst we do recommend an interview on campus (to meet with staff and see our facilities), Skype interviews are available if you are unable to come to Liverpool. The interview will assess your suitability for the programme and provide you and the interview panel with the opportunity to gain further information. During your interview you will need to provide evidence of your learning capability, study opportunity and commitment to a postgraduate programme of study.

IELTS IELTS English language requirement: 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component) Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme

UK students: £62 per credit

UK/Home: £62 per credit

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