Arts Management PgDip at Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama

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Course details

How long is the course?
2 years

Attendance pattern
Part time

Course qualification
PgDip in Arts Management

Awarding body
University of Wales

When does the course begin?
This course last started in Sep-08

Please contact the college to enquire about new start dates.

Timetable
If you have already established a career and wish to develop this by studying for a postgraduate qualification, you can attend classes one day per week for two years. You will be assessed on the basis of your current work, rather than a work placement.

Course info
In a series of seminars, you will explore the wide political and economic context in which arts organisations operate, focussing particularly on those in receipt of public funding. You will examine the function of the arts and cultural activity in society, looking at cultural policy and state patronage of the arts since 1945. You will develop essential administrative and financial skills through classes covering topics such as artistic policy, board management, sources of funding and sponsorship, project budgeting, cash-flow analysis, basic book-keeping, marketing and public liability. Further classes in employment law, contract law, intellectual copyright, health and safety and risk assessment will help you develop an understanding of the processes involved in planning for arts venues, outdoor events and tours. Education and community work is an important part of the work of most arts organisations and you will learn about the education system and the National Curriculum in England and Wales as well as best practice policies relating to working with people with disabilities. You will also gain an understanding of important issues relating to cultural diversity. In addition to the specific skills relating to arts management, you will receive training in a range of transferable skills such as interview techniques, public speaking, effective negotiation, time management, desktop publishing, web design and other IT tools.

How much will it cost?
Subject to approval by the Board of Directors, annual tuition fees for students from the UK and other EU countries will be FT: £4,410; PT: £2,420. Course fees are subject to change and you are advised to check the current details with the course provider before enrolling on this course.

Assessment method
Over the duration of the course, you will be required to submit a number of written assignments for assessment including business plans, proposals and funding applications.

Entry Requirements
Normal entry requirements include a good degree in any subject. However, we may also consider applicants aged 21 or over with at least two years' relevant experience. Final selection is made on the basis of an interview.

Where is the course held? (view on a map)
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (Coleg Brenhinol Cerdd A Drama Cymru)
Castle Grounds
Cathays Park
Cardiff
Wales
CF10 3ER