PgCert Participatory Arts
Musselburgh, United Kingdom
Postgraduate Certificate
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The PgCert in Participatory Arts at Queen Margaret University examines how arts engage communities and promote social change. It builds practical facilitation skills for community-based arts, explores social and cultural contexts, and covers approaches to participatory practice, project planning, delivery, and ethical issues. The programme mixes theory and hands-on work, emphasizes collaboration, creativity and inclusive practice, and supports development of your own practice to empower communities.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work in community arts facilitation, cultural organizations, community engagement and social development projects; roles include arts coordinator, participatory practitioner, project manager and outreach officer and festival programming and policy.
The PgCert in Participatory Arts is designed for people interested in exploring how arts can engage communities and promote social change. The course focuses on developing practical skills in facilitating community-based arts projects and understanding the social and cultural contexts that influence participation. Students will study different approaches to participatory practice, learn how to plan and deliver projects, and reflect on ethical considerations involved in working with diverse groups.
The program combines theoretical understanding with hands-on experience, encouraging students to critically analyze the role of arts in community development. It emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and inclusive practices, providing a foundation for those looking to work in areas such as community arts, cultural organizations, or social projects. Throughout the course, students are supported to develop their own practice and explore ways arts can empower communities for positive impact.
