Master of Research (Cultural L - Queen Margaret

Tuition Fee

Start Date

Medium of studying

Fully Online

Duration

12 months

Program Facts

About Program

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Admission Requirements

Easy Apply

Program Facts

Program Details

Degree

Masters

Major

Cultural Studies | Politics | Philosophy

Area of study

Humanities

Education type

Fully Online

Timing

Full time

Course Language

English

Intakes

Program start date	Application deadline
2024-09-01	-

About Program

Program Overview

The Master of Research (Cultural Leadership) at Queen Margaret University is an online program that provides students with advanced research skills and the opportunity to develop their own research project. The program is ideal for those seeking a competitive edge in the researcher job market or wishing to expand their research knowledge for professional development. It can be completed in 1 year full-time or 2.5-7 years part-time and leads to a variety of career paths in the cultural sector.

Program Outline

Master of Research (Cultural Leadership) at Queen Margaret University

Degree Overview

This program offers students the opportunity to:

Gain advanced research skills
Develop their own research project
Earn an internationally recognized research qualification

The program is ideal for those who:

Want a competitive edge in the researcher job market
Want to expand their research knowledge as part of their continuing professional development (CPD)
Want to study full-time or part-time

Outline

The program consists of:

Core modules:
Research Methods
Dissertation
Elective modules:
Cultural Leadership
Cultural Policy
Cultural Heritage
Creative Industries
Arts Management
Museum Studies
Heritage Management
Cultural Tourism
International Cultural Relations
Cultural and Creative Industries Policy
Cultural and Creative Industries Management
Arts and Culture in the Digital Age
Cultural and Creative Entrepreneurship
Cultural and Creative Placemaking
Cultural and Creative Industries and Social Justice
Cultural and Creative Industries and Sustainability
Cultural and Creative Industries and the Global Economy

Assessment

The program is assessed through a variety of methods, including:

Dissertation: 60%
Coursework: 40%

The coursework assessment may include:

Essays
Presentations
Group projects
Portfolios

Teaching

The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:

Lectures
Seminars
Workshops
Independent study

Careers

The program can lead to a variety of career paths in the cultural sector, including:

Cultural leadership
Cultural policy
Cultural heritage management
Creative industries
Arts management
Museum studies
Heritage management
Cultural tourism
International cultural relations

Other

Email:

s.darling@qmu.ac.uk

Telephone:

+44 (0)131 474 0000

Website:

https://www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/postgraduate-research-study/master-of-research-cultural-leadership

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Queen Margaret University

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Queen Margaret University (QMU) is a public university located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is known for its person-centered and career-focused approach to education and teaching, with a commitment to shaping a better world. QMU boasts widely recognized expertise in various fields, including business, creative industries, education, health and rehabilitation, and social sciences.

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QMU is committed to social justice and nurturing individuals while promoting collective support.
The university actively engages with the community through outreach programs and events.
QMU has a strong international presence with a diverse student body and partnerships with institutions worldwide.
The university is undergoing a transformation of its teaching and learning spaces to enhance the student experience.

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

EU Home Students:

Applicants must hold a good Honours Degree (minimum 2:2) in a relevant subject.
Additional qualifications may be required, such as a relevant postgraduate degree or a master's degree in a Cultural Studies-related field.
Applicants may be required to have completed a research methods module as part of their undergraduate studies.
Applicants with extensive cultural industry experience may be considered on an individual basis.

International Overseas Students (outside the EU):

Applicants must hold a good Honours Degree (minimum 2:2) in a relevant subject.
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the English language, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.
Applicants may be required to have completed a research methods module as part of their undergraduate studies.
Applicants with extensive cultural industry experience may be considered on an individual basis.

Additional Information:

All applicants are required to submit a research proposal of approximately 2,000 words.
Applicants are encouraged to contact the program leader to discuss their eligibility and research proposal before applying.
The program is highly competitive, and meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language.
The minimum IELTS score required is 6.5, with no band score below 6.0.
It is always recommended to consult the official program website or contact the program leader for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

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