entry requirements
The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows:
An honours degree from disciplines such as fine art or design, the humanities, social sciences, politics or economics, or other areas of creative practice such as performance
OR an equivalent EU/international qualification
And a minimum of two years of work experience in the arts, design, performance or creative business management and administration sectors. The course will not recruit from end-on students (i.e. those progressing directly from undergraduate degrees).
English Language Requirements
All students need to show proof of their English language ability to enrol at UAL. If your first language is not English, you may be required to provide evidence of your English language ability. You can demonstrate your English language ability in any one of these ways:
IELTS level 7.0 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking; OR
Level 5 or above in HKDSE English; OR
Other alternative English Language Qualifications accepted by the University; OR
Holding a qualification equivalent to a UK degree or higher where instruction was in English. The University sets minimum grades for each qualification. If your degree equivalence does not appear on the PDF below, please contact us for advice. Qualifications are valid for 3 years from the date of issue.
Degree Qualifications or Above (PDF)
What we are looking for
We are looking for applicants who want to plan, fund and realise cultural events and processes, rather than further developing their own individual practice. It is also aimed at professionals wanting to get a greater understanding of the frameworks governing the cultural sectors as well as foster their business management skills.
As prospective entrepreneurs and creative strategists, applicants will need to demonstrate:
They can learn from failure
They are inclusive and understand the need to embrace diversity
Candidate Selection
We select applicants according to potential and current ability in the following areas:
Have the ability to think in abstract terms about planning, management, and resources
Have excellent communication skills
Be numerate, and display some experience and understanding of logistics and strategic thinking
Be team players and builders, not competitive individualists
Demonstrate a collaborative mindset and an ability to negotiate roles within multidisciplinary and cross-cultural teams
Have a strong level of standard computer literacy
Note: It would be an advantage to have working knowledge of some Adobe CS software.
Although applicants will be expected to learn and use some aspects of Web 2.0 such as blogging and use social media, the course is not designed to teach students how to use a computer.
Computer equipment requirements
Applicants will need to be able to access/have:
A recent computer with an up-to-date operating system and web browser (smartphones and tablets can also be used, but are subject to some restrictions during the live classes)
A reliable, fast broadband connection (slow internet connection can affect the learner experience, especially during a live session in a virtual classroom)
A microphone (e.g. integrated to a laptop)
A webcam (e.g. integrated to a laptop)
Headphones (a headset with microphone/headphones is highly recommended)