Master of Art Curating

The University of Sydney

This degree is taught in collaboration with leading institutions and art spaces and offers unique access to practising artists and exhibition spaces for students who wish to specialise in contemporary art.The degree is aimed at those already working in the sector – art teachers, curators, librarians, administrators, writers and gallery staff – to develop their career prospects, and also serves as a career change option for those new to the field.The Master of Art Curating is a postgraduate coursework degree that will develop your knowledge of the cultural, theoretical, social, political and economic issues underpinning the art gallery and museum systems.You will complete core units in art and curatorship, and will gain hands-on exhibition curating experience in the curatorial lab. Additionally, you will complete selective units and can choose a variety of elective units offered across the University.Finally, you will complete a capstone unit by writing a dissertation on your chosen topic, or through a project-based placement in an art gallery, museum or appropriate art organisation within Australia or overseas.

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

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