About Academic Programmes
ABOUT
The NTU School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) has a Master of Arts (Research) and Doctor of Philosophy programme. It is a research-oriented programme that provides students with the opportunity to pursue independent research also in research areas related to the work of NTU CCA Singapore, such as Art in Public Space and Curating the City, pending availability of supervisors. ADM offers a choice between two options of study within the MA (Research) and PhD programmes: by research or by research with a practical component.
Admissions
CRITERIA
- A bachelor degree of at least Lower Second class or its equivalent from a recognized university
- For applicants whose mother tongue is not English, a good IELTS score of at least 7.0 is required. This requirement is waived if applicants have earned their Bachelor’s degree from a university where English is the medium of instruction
- Prior working experience in the field is recommended but not necessarily required
How to Apply
Candidates are requested to apply online at https://wis.ntu.edu.sg/webexe/owa/coal_main.notice with the following supporting documents, which must be in English. Otherwise, they must be accompanied by certified translations into the English language.
- Academic transcripts and certificate for Bachelor degree;
- Report from 2 academic referees;
- IELTS Score (if applicable);
- Passport’s personal particular page / Identification card;
- Scholarly writing sample, if available;
- Personal statement (concerning motivations for participating to the program)
- Curriculum Vitae
Application Deadline
Nanyang Technological University’s academic year commences in August and ends in July of the following year. ADM has one intake per academic year in August.
Deposit Fee
A S$5,000 non-refundable fee deposit is required upon the acceptance of the offer. This deposit fee can be used to offset the first semester’s tuition fee payment.
Programmes
MASTERS OF ARTS IN MUSEUM STUDIES & CURATORIAL PRACTICES
Launched in 2018, the Museum Studies and Curatorial Practices (Master of Arts, one year, coursework) prepares graduates for professional positions in the highly complex and diverse museum landscape, and in the ever-expanding spaces of the curatorial.
With a focus on Southeast Asia, this course-based study programme places emphasis on the theoretical and practical challenges of curating contemporary and historic art and culture, and foster a deeper understanding of the dynamic field of museum studies. In both areas, experienced practitioners provide insight into the required skills of these fast-growing sectors.
Unique in its combination of classical museum and heritage studies, together with new curatorial theories and practices, the programme allows the candidates to choose between three streams: museum studies, curatorial practice, or a combination of both. In this way, the programme offers students the chance to get familiar with a wide range of skills, which will resonate with the multifaceted fields of work.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Students may opt to pursue either of the two specialisations in this Masters programme: Museum Studies or Curatorial Practices. They may also opt to blend the two subjects into a cumulative learning experience.
For more information go to MASTERS OF ARTS IN MUSEUM STUDIES & CURATORIAL PRACTICES
