Overview

Developed in consultation with industry partners, this Arts and Cultural Management degree from University of South Australia equips students with the diverse business skills and knowledge required to manage successful arts and cultural organisations, programs, festivals, events and venues.

You will study areas such as arts management and philanthropy, and arts and cultural events management. As a graduate, you can rest assured that this is a globally competitive degree that is respected internationally for its quality and relevance to industry. You will be equipped with the knowledge and experience to succeed as a leader within the arts and cultural sectors, enabling you to address the challenges of sustainability that build relationships with audiences and industry stakeholders to enhance cultural vitality.

Your career

Upon graduation, you will be well-equipped for a management role in all areas of the arts and cultural sector.You could consider roles such as gallery manager, festival director, theatre manager, artistic director, policy advisor, executive producer or corporate partnerships manager in settings such as:

museums, galleries, zoos and aquaria
performing arts and theatrical companies
arts centres and venues
festivals and events
funding agencies (such as government arts departments and councils)
small artist cooperatives
entrepreneurial companies that stage events, touring performances and exhibitions
government organisations
entertainment businesses
new media organisations

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Arts and Cultural Leadership and Governance

Accounting for Management

Marketing Management

Arts and Cultural Audiences

Arts Environment

Festival and Event Management

Arts Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-07-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00

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More details

There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Visual Arts Management Studies View 246 other Masters in Management Studies in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 081136B

Applicants are required to have one of the following:

A completed bachelor degree* from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
A completed graduate diploma* from a recognised higher education institution; or
A completed graduate certificate* from a recognised higher education institution.

Applicants who have:

completed a bachelor degree in a business or arts discipline; or
completed a bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing, management or arts; or
completed a graduate certificate in a business or arts discipline; or
completed a graduate diploma in a business or arts discipline,

are eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL (18 units) Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full time study or equivalent part time study.

Tuition Fee

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International

37700 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37700 AUD per year during 24 months.

Domestic Students: Commonwealth Supported

Living costs for Adelaide

1328 - 2474 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Arts and Cultural Management.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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