Museum and Gallery Studies MA
Kingston University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Reasons to choose Kingston: – This course is taught in partnership with external institutions such as the Museum of London, National Maritime Museum, the V&A, Estorick Collection and the Freud Museum, London. – You will participate in live projects, exhibitions and cultural events. For example, our work with Brooklands Museum contributed to a nomination for the Art Fund’s Museum of the Year, the biggest prize in the UK museum world. – Kingston University’s own museum and gallery, Dorich House Museum and the Stanley Picker Gallery, offer an exciting range of opportunities to students.
About this course:
This course offers experience working alongside professionals in museums and galleries in the context of a scholarly, critically-informed programme of study.
Students explore contemporary issues and practices, including those relating to collections, exhibitions and audiences today. All students have the chance to compete for our annual awards in Community Engagement and Outstanding Creative Practice.
Research projects inside museums and galleries enable you to develop and pursue your own interests and gain valuable skills in critical analysis and creative practice.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Museum and Gallery Studies MA
| EU | £10285 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £5995 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5995 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £5995 | year 1 |
| Wales | £5995 | year 1 |
| International | £10285 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
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About Kingston University
Founded in 1899, Kingston University is located in the suburban town of Kingston upon Thames, London. The university’s four campuses can be found in and around the town centre, with a free shuttle bus helping students to get there. This university offers what they call Flexi-stay accommodation, which allows students to book rooms in their residence halls for periods in which they expect to be studying exceptionally hard.
List of 307 Bachelor and Master Courses from Kingston University - Course Catalogue
Student composition of Kingston University
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Total number of students enrolled at Kingston University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12155
- postgraduates:
- 4525
- Total:
- 16680
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