Goldsmiths, University of London
MA Arts & Learning
London, United Kingdom
MA
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Master of Arts (MA) in Arts & Learning focuses on the intersection of arts and education. This program is designed to enhance creative teaching methodologies through a comprehensive understanding of the role of arts in learning environments. Students will engage in various arts practices while exploring educational theories, fostering a holistic approach to teaching.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in education, art administration, and curriculum development. Opportunities may also include roles as arts educators in schools, program coordinators in community arts organizations, and positions within cultural institutions, emphasizing the value of artistic engagement in educational settings.
This programme gives artists, practitioners, and teachers the opportunity to enrich and consolidate theories of contemporary art and learning. Engage with practice and theory, develop innovative research approaches, and critically debate the changing nature of contemporary art.
Why study MA Arts and Learning (MAAL) at Goldsmiths?
- You’ll be taught by staff who are nationally and internationally renowned and published artist researcher teacher.
- You’ll draw on the international scope of contemporary art practices in London. This degree has partnerships with international galleries including Tate Modern, the Whitechapel Gallery and the Showroom Gallery.
- The programme places a strong emphasis on student-centred and directed learning. Teaching sessions and personal tutorials will draw on the critical reflection and development of your artist teacher practices, including artistic, theoretical, political, and learning and teaching concerns.
- You’ll be part of a diverse student community, and will have the opportunity to develop and maintain collaborative peer networks and support.
- You’ll have access to an extensive programme of guest lectures, presentations and projects. In the past, this has included talks from: Grayson Perry, Yinka Shonibare, Sonia Boyce, Susan Pui San Lok, Danny Devenny, Mark Ervine, Marty Lyons and John Matthews, hosted through our Centre for Arts and Learning (CAL).
- The MAAL can be a pathway before or after the completion of a UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) programme, such as the PGCE (Secondary): Art & Design.