Curatorial Studies (MA)
A practice-oriented master’s track integrating exhibition-making and museum work within Art History.
Best for:Best for art history graduates or related humanities students seeking to specialize in curatorial practice, exhibition design, and museum work with hands-on professional experience.
Overview
This one-year Master of Arts programme in Curatorial Studies at the University of Groningen offers a hands-on, practice-focused curriculum embedded within the broader MA Art History track. Students gain professional skills in exhibition design, curatorial practice, and institutional collaboration through a structured curriculum and a four-month internship with museums, galleries, or cultural institutions. Unlike standalone curatorial programmes, this track requires applicants to first apply to the MA Art History programme and express interest in the curatorial specialization during their studies. The programme emphasizes real-world application, bridging academic study with professional development in the arts and cultural sectors.
What you'll do
- Develop professional skills in exhibition design and curatorial practice through structured coursework and hands-on projects.
- Complete a four-month internship with museums, galleries, or cultural institutions to gain real-world experience in arts administration.
- Engage with theoretical and practical aspects of curatorial work, including exhibition planning, audience engagement, and institutional collaboration.
- Participate in seminars and workshops focused on contemporary art history, curatorial theory, and cultural heritage management.
- Collaborate with faculty and industry professionals to refine curatorial projects and internship placements.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Arts in Art History or a related humanities discipline (e.g., History of Art, Cultural Studies, or equivalent).
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned, but English is the language of instruction).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic background in art history, cultural studies, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary settings.
- Applicants must first apply to the MA Art History track (MA Arts & Culture) and express interest in the curatorial specialization during their studies.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
Programme and admissions
Admissions not verified
A catalogue listing does not mean applications are open or funding is guaranteed. Check the source for your intake.
- Intake
- Not confirmed by the source
- Duration
- Not confirmed by the source
- Teaching language
- Not confirmed by the source
- Taught / research mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Study mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Campus
- Not confirmed by the source
- Prerequisites
- Not confirmed by the source
- Application instructions
- Not confirmed by the source
- Tuition
- Not confirmed by the source
- Funding
- Not confirmed by the source
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-05-01
Applicants must first apply to the MA Art History track (MA Arts & Culture) through the University of Groningen’s official application portal. During the application process, candidates should indicate their interest in the Curatorial Studies specialization. No separate application for Curatorial Studies is accepted.
- CV or resume
- Motivation letter expressing interest in the Curatorial Studies specialization
- Bachelor’s degree transcripts and diploma
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Two letters of recommendation
Contact
Create a free profile to unlock your personal match score, the full requirements, funding details and how to apply — in English or Persian.