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Contemporary Art and the Moving Image (Taught)
- MA
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Postgraduate
- Courtauld Institute of Art
- Awarded by:
- University of London
Course summary
This Contemporary Art and the Moving Image MA is a collaborative master's degree offered jointly by King’s College London and the Courtauld Institute of Art.
This partnership grants you access to a diverse range of experts from both prestigious institutions, enriching your learning experience. You’ll also have the opportunity to choose from an exciting list of optional modules, with teaching provided across both partners.
On the Contemporary Art and the Moving Image MA, you’ll become part of an exceptional academic community. You'll benefit from the combined expertise in both film and art, with specialisations spanning both disciplines. This breadth of knowledge is particularly advantageous when it comes to your dissertation. You'll be empowered to explore a research question that most interests you, supported by academics who are leaders in their fields.
The programme is designed to help you develop critical approaches and research skills, enabling you to work with a variety of sources and methodologies.
Modules
Courses are divided into modules totaling 180 credits.
Required Modules (150 credits)
London Film Cultures (30 credits)
Moving Image Art Histories (30 credits)
Critical Debates (15 credits)
Examining Exhibitions (15 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)
*The modules - Moving Image Art Histories, Critical Debates and Examining Exhibitions (15 credits) are offered by the Courtauld Institute of Art. All other modules are taught at King’s College London.
Optional Modules (30 credits)
Media Aesthetics
Topics in American Cinema
Thinking Cinema
Critical Media Practice
Topics in Global Cinema
Topics in European Cinema
Topics in Asian Cinema
Media, Space and Place
History, Society and the Screen
Assessment method
Assessments
Essays and short reports
Individual or Group Projects
Filmmaking, curating, and other forms of audio-visual presentation
Dissertation
Entry requirements
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme specific requirements
2:1 undergraduate honours degree in film studies, art history or a subject in which film, media or visual arts plays a significant part (candidates from other disciplines may be considered).
In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme, you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.
If students have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, their application may be considered if they can demonstrate significant relevant work experience or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Equivalent international qualifications can be found at https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/contemporary-art-and-the-moving-image-ma/requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £14500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £14500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £14500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £14500 | Year 1 |
| EU | £31600 | Year 1 |
| International | £31600 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Courtauld Institute of Art Scholarships: Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit combined with financial need. The average postgraduate scholarship is £6,000. Applications are welcomed from Home, EU and Overseas applicants and students. Find out more about our scholarships: courtauld.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/courtauld-scholarships/
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