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Culture, Criticism and Curation
- BA (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 28/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Central Saint Martins
Course summary
BA Culture, Criticism and Curation at Central Saint Martins offers a wide-ranging arts education which embraces design, fine art, architecture, fashion, film, performance and literature. The course draws on a range of methodologies from interdisciplinary practice and critical theories to engage with aspects of curation, research and writing. Taking inspiration from current urgent social issues, history and futurity, students explore connections between core topics, historical context and political issues.
Individual and group projects enable students to engage with social and political issues, histories and identities, and to reflect on the role of communities. You are given space to realise research and projects which reflect on the effects of our digital and material worlds. Through cross-disciplinary dialogue, collective practice and collaboration, the course aims to disrupt the present and take ownership of the future. It aims to initiate and foster debate in the context of anti-capitalist, eco-feminist and post-colonialist critique and action.
Graduates from BA Culture, Criticism and Curation go on to work in arts and heritage management and administration, in museums, collections and archives, as researchers, for not-for-profit organisations, in teaching and arts entrepreneurship.
About Central Saint Martins
Central Saint Martins is a world-leading centre for arts and design education, renowned for innovation and collaboration. Its reputation is built on the creativity of students, expertise of staff, and achievements of its graduates, including Turner Prize winners and Royal Designers.
The College fosters curiosity and experimentation, challenging students to test boundaries and rethink norms. Situated in London’s creative hub, its King’s Cross campus hosts over 500 annual events, connecting students with inspiring practitioners and industry leaders.
Combining academic excellence, creative ambition, and global connections, Central Saint Martins equips students to shape the future of art, design, and performance.
Courses sit within 3 Schools: C School, S School and M School, which cover a range of different disciplines, from fine art and performance to architecture, design, and fashion.
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Central Saint Martins
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 28/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W294
- Institution code:
- U65
- Campus name:
- Central Saint Martins
- Campus Code:
- M
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of the Arts London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W294
- Institution code:
- U65
- Campus name:
- Central Saint Martins
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
120 UCAS Points from one or a combination of accepted full Level 3 qualifications
A level
Three A Levels at grade B or above (two of which are in essay-based humanities subjects such as History, History of Art, English Literature, Philosophy, Government and Politics, Classical Studies)
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- You may be invited to an interview following our review of your application
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 11 other media, journalism and communications courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A
- Highest grades
- DDD
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £30890 | Year 1 |
| International | £30890 | 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
Please note that the Home tuition fee for entry in September 2026 is subject to the passing of UK government legislation to approve the increase in fees. If this is not passed, the tuition fee for 2026/27 would be £9,535. Please check the fees and funding section of your course page on our website for more information: www.arts.ac.uk/courses. Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students.
The International fee is correct for entry in September 2026 and is subject to change for entry in September 2027. Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.
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