MA/Postgraduate Diploma/Pg Certificate in Cross-Sectoral & Community Arts
This is an innovative programme for arts graduates, practising artists and workshop leaders who see the rapidly expanding area of arts in other sectors as a valid and practical way of developing a creative yet socially responsible career path. The programme combines a balance between development of practical skills with self-reflection and theoretical study aimed at deepening your understanding of the contexts of the arts in other sectors. It also gives you a grounding in the practical, theoretical and management skills necessary to develop your career. The programme is delivered in partnership with the National Theatre Education and Training Department and builds on Goldsmiths’ excellent relationships with innovative artists and other leading organisations in this field.
1 year full-time or 2-5 years part-time.
Please see How to apply.
You should have an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant subject. As an alternative to the standard entrance requirements, you may have significant practical experience within professional and/or community arts as a practitioner and/or activist. In this case you will be asked to submit a portfolio outlining your achievements to date and reasons for wishing to study for this programme.
Please see Tuition fees.
PACE
Please note that the Certificate and Diploma are exit qualifications, and so where relevant are awarded to qualifying students who do not go on to work towards the MA.
Core courses cover: the history and context of community arts and its cross-cultural perspectives; the planning, communication and art form delivery skills necessary to deliver participatory arts workshops; current arts strategy and public funding policy; core skills needed to deliver arts programmes and workshops. You also choose options that may include the study of, for example, Brecht to Boal, digital media for social change, applied world music, or the relationship between identity and education.
Assessment
Practical and written assignments; dissertation or a practice-based arts project, accompanied by a portfolio/case study.
Application enquiries
Please see how to apply for information on applying to this programme.