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Cultural Policy, Relations and Diplomacy at Goldsmiths, University of London - UCAS

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2024 - 2025
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Course summary

The MA in Cultural Policy, Relations and Diplomacy is a trans-disciplinary programme that addresses the theory and practice of cultural policy, cultural relations, and cultural and public diplomacy. This broad area of study and the terminology applied to it is fluid and expanding. Having culture as the underlying thread, the programme explores areas such as:

  • arts policy and management
  • globalisation
  • cultural relations
  • public diplomacy
  • cultural and arts diplomacy
  • external communications
  • place branding
This will provide a unique perspective into this field of study, and will examine topics such as mobility of cultural practitioners, cultural identity, intercultural dialogue, mutuality, propaganda, soft power, hegemony, influence and perceptions. Goldsmiths' location provides you with a unique experience of living in a multicultural world city, which is of great relevance to the study of cultural policy, relations and diplomacy. You'll study in the Institute for Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship (ICCE). ICCE's individual and institutional links with an extensive network of organisations, policy advisors and cultural practitioners in those areas in London and in Europe allow you to experience exceptional research and study resources. Industry links ICCE’s established organisational links include, for example, the British Council, Visiting Arts, EUNIC London Hub and Demos. ICCE is also a member of ENCATC (the leading European network on Cultural Management and Cultural Policy education). The Institute is also responsible for fostering the sharing of information and discussion of issues related to international cultural relations across disciplines on the JISCMail list cultural-relations-diplomacy. Expert staff and invited professionals Our staff and invited academic and professional experts will enhance your learning. They'll discuss relevant literature and will present case studies and practical examples with local, national and global dimensions involving a range of individuals and organisations, including corporations, governments, international bodies and NGOs.

Modules

This MA is a 180-credit programme consisting of a 60-credit dissertation, and a mixture of compulsory and optional modules. The teaching methodologies used in these modules will be conducive to creative and independent in-depth and collaborative learning. They'll culminate in the production of a final dissertation in which you will explore in detail a topic building on your interests and knowledge. The programme allows and encourages you to engage in work placements while attending the modules. These are not a formal part of the programme, but some support will be provided building on ICCE’s extensive experience of internship management and network of contacts. Compulsory modules You'll take the following compulsory modules, including a dissertation: Leadership of Arts, Heritage and Culture 30 credits Understanding Cultural Relations and Diplomacy 30 credits International Cultural Relations in Practice 30 credits Dissertation & Connected Curriculum 60 credits Option modules As well as the compulsory modules and dissertation, you'll also take 30 credits of optional modules. You'll be able to choose modules from ICCE as well as other relevant modules from across Goldsmiths. These are subject to change each year. Recent ICCE modules have included: Contemporary Issues in Cultural Policy 30 credits Cultural and Creative Tourism 30 credits Culture, Tourism and Regeneration 30 credits Entrepreneurial Modelling 30 credits Enterprising Leadership: An Introduction to Leadership, Enterprise, and Innovation Theory 30 credits Interpretation, Education and Communication in the Art Museum 30 credits Museums and Galleries as Creative Entrepreneurs 30 credits Museums and Galleries as Creative Entrepreneurs – Communicating Culture 30 credits Tourism in Asia 30 credits Option modules available from other departments In addition to the option modules available within ICCE, you can also opt to take 30 credits from a selection of modules from other departments within Goldsmiths. Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.

Assessment method

Assessment includes the production of a final dissertation.

Entry requirements

You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard or equivalent in a relevant/related subject. You might also be considered if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study this programme.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Additional fee information

Unless otherwise stated the annual fee for part-time students is half the full time fee quoted.
Cultural Policy, Relations and Diplomacy at Goldsmiths, University of London - UCAS