Professional Arts Practice MA Distance Education
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This Professional Arts Practice MA program, offered through distance education, empowers emerging and established artists to develop their practice through research. It recognizes prior professional experience, leading to a globally recognized master's qualification. Delivered online, the program emphasizes reflection, research design, and practice-as-research methodologies.
Program Outline
Professional Arts Practice MA (Distance Education)
Degree Overview:
This unique distance learning program focuses on the development of your existing professional arts practice. It is ideal for emerging and established practitioners, including artists, teachers, writers, curators, choreographers, and performers. The program is designed to be accessible internationally and is delivered entirely online.
Objectives:
- Gain recognition and academic credit for your prior professional experiences.
- Earn a globally recognized master's level qualification.
- Develop your practice through research.
Outline:
Program Structure:
- Part-time, 18 months (over 3 terms)
- Online delivery
Coursework:
- Critical Reflection on Professional Practice (RPL) (10 credits): Reflect on your professional experiences and prior learning to position your professional knowledges.
- Proposal for Independent Research (30 credits): Choose an area of your practice to research in depth and develop a detailed research proposal.
- Independent Research Project (60 credits): Carry out the research proposed in the previous module, critically review its implications, and produce a professional artefact.
Schedule:
- Year 1 (2 terms):
- ACI4001 (10 credits)
- ACI4002 (30 credits)
- 80 credits RPL claimed
- Year 2 (1 term):
- ACI4003 (60 credits)
Assessment:
- Multi-modal assessments: practice-based, written, and presentation.
- One assessment point at the end of each module.
Teaching:
- Online delivery via Zoom, blogs, and one-to-one supervisions.
- Experienced teaching team with diverse expertise and professional experience.
Careers:
- Develop your existing professional practice.
- Advance or gain promotion in your field.
- Access to higher-level qualifications (PhD/DProf).
Other:
- The program has established links with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) and the Association for Somatic Movement and Dance Therapies UK and Eire.
- Students can claim 80 additional credits for prior professional experience.
Fees:
- UK students: £9,800 (total)
- International students: £12,600 (total)
Admission Requirements:
- Demonstrated professional experience in an arts-related field.
- No undergraduate degree required if professional experience is held.
How to Apply:
- Apply online and participate in an interview for selected candidates to ascertain prior professional experience and research interests.
- The program is designed to be completed over 18 months, with three terms per year.
- Students can access the program from anywhere in the world.
Middlesex University
Overview:
Middlesex University is a public university with campuses in London, Dubai, and Mauritius. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, as well as degree apprenticeships, short courses, and professional development opportunities. The university is known for its focus on student experience, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and social mobility.
Services Offered:
Middlesex University provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options are available.Student Support:
A dedicated team provides academic, personal, and financial support.Sport and Fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.International Student Support:
Guidance on visa applications, English language requirements, and international student life.Career Services:
Support with career planning, job searching, and graduate employability.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Middlesex University fosters a vibrant and inclusive campus culture. Students can expect:
A diverse and welcoming community:
The university prides itself on its diverse student body and commitment to equality and inclusion.A strong sense of community:
Numerous student clubs, societies, and events provide opportunities for social interaction and engagement.A London-based campus:
The London campus offers easy access to the city's cultural attractions, entertainment venues, and employment opportunities.Key Reasons to Study There:
High student satisfaction:
Middlesex University consistently ranks highly in student satisfaction surveys, particularly for its undergraduate experience.Strong graduate employability:
The university has a strong track record of preparing graduates for successful careers.Focus on social mobility:
Middlesex University is committed to supporting students from all backgrounds and promoting social mobility.Global reach:
Campuses in Dubai and Mauritius offer students the opportunity to study in different parts of the world.Academic Programs:
Middlesex University offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Creative Industries:
Art, Design, Media, Music, Performing ArtsBusiness and Law:
Business, Management, Finance, LawScience and Technology:
Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Life SciencesHealth, Social Care, and Education:
Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work, EducationOther:
Entry Requirements:
UK entry:
- Demonstratable prior professional experience in an arts-related field.
- No undergraduate degree is required where professional experience is held.
- Additional requirement: Access to the internet.
International entry:
- Demonstratable prior professional experience in an arts-related field.
- No undergraduate degree is required where professional experience is held.
Additional notes:
- Applicants will go through interviews for selected candidates to ascertain their prior professional experience and interest in the area of arts-based research.
- The program has established links with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) and the Association for Somatic Movement and Dance Therapies UK and Eire.
