Northumbria University

Overview

The Creative and Cultural Industries Management MA at Northumbria University is designed to enhance advanced management, policy-making, and leadership skills tailored for the creative and cultural sectors. Students can select a specific pathway, such as music and festivals, cultural heritage and museums, or galleries and visual arts, allowing for focused learning and practical application through industry-driven teaching and a comprehensive dissertation.

• Qualification: MA (Master of Arts)
• Programme title: Creative and Cultural Industries Management
• Delivery: On-campus
• Credits: Typically 180 credits for an MA
• Duration: Usually 12 months full-time
• Language of instruction: English
• Pathways: Music & festivals; Cultural heritage & museums; Galleries & visual arts

What you'll study

The programme comprises core modules that bolster sector-specific knowledge and management skills, along with optional pathways that allow specialization in various creative fields. The course culminates in a dissertation that aligns with your professional aspirations.

Indicative modules may include:

• Framing the Creative Industries
• Music, Festivals & Events
• The Arts, City Development and Rural Planning
• Curating Asian Art
• Galleries and Visual Arts
• Cultural Heritage and Museums

Dissertation / Capstone: This substantial research project enables students to apply theoretical frameworks and methodologies to a topic pertinent to the creative and cultural industries and their chosen pathway.

Learning approach: The teaching methodology encompasses seminars, critical discussions, industry-informed activities, and chances to engage with professionals from the sector.

Entry requirements

• A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent).
• Applicants with relevant work experience and/or a professional qualification may also be considered.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Creative and Cultural Industries Management MA are well-prepared for diverse roles within the creative and cultural sectors. The programme equips students with essential skills and knowledge, making them competitive candidates for positions in management, policy development, and leadership across various creative industries.