The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows:

• An Honours degree at 2.1 or above in a related discipline. Applicants with a degree in another subject may be considered, depending on the strength of the application;
• OR Equivalent qualifications;

APEL (Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning)

Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases. The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:

• Related academic or work experience
• The quality of the personal statement
• A strong academic or other professional reference
• OR a combination of these factors

Each application will be considered on its own merit but we cannot guarantee an offer in each case.

English Language Requirements

IELTS level 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Please check our main English Language Requirements .

The course seeks to recruit students from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, and welcomes applications from mature students.

The course team seeks to recruit students who can demonstrate:

• clear academic interest in the study of fashion curation and other curating practices;
• appropriate knowledge and skills commensurate with planned entry into the course.

Extra information required for applications to this course

When you are submitting your application form, you will also need to provide the following pieces of documentation in support of your application:

Curriculum vitae

You will be required to submit a Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) in support of your application. This should include your full education and employment history.

Personal statement

The personal statement is your opportunity to tell us about yourself and your suitability for the course that you intend to study.

Some key points to consider:

• Make sure that personal statement is your own work and is about you.
• Explain why you want to study the course you are applying to.
• Try to link your skills and experience required to the course.
• Demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for the course and link these with your personality.
• Make sure it is organised and literate (grammar, spelling, punctuation check).

Essay

Applicants should submit a review of a dress-based exhibition, or a catalogue, of 750-1,000 words. You might find it helpful to look at exhibition and book reviews published in 'Fashion Theory' for guidance about how to approach this.

If you are reviewing an exhibition:

• Consider your evaluation by situating the show in relation to previous exhibitions that have relevance to the subject area and academic texts.
• Consider the venue and how this exhibition fits with previous ones. Are the Curator's objectives made explicit? Are they achieved and if so, how?
• Evaluate how the objects are displayed, juxtaposed and interpreted? Does the show break any new boundaries in its discipline? How did it make you feel when you entered? And, when you left?

Please provide a bibliography of any texts referenced and footnote any quotations used.

If you are reviewing a catalogue:

• Please situate the subject within a history of previous exhibitions and publications. Does it chart new territory or add to existing knowledge?
• Does it provide an insight into the intentions and nature of the exhibition or is it a 'stand alone' publication? Is there a statement from the Museum Director and/or Curator? Do they make their objectives explicit and what are their remits?
• How are the clothes displayed, illustrated and labelled (are the captions like museum labels)?
• Do you feel that it has provided you with a 'feel' for the exhibition and if not, does this or should it matter? You may wish to look at the Museum website and see what information is available about catalogue and exhibition.

Please provide a bibliography of any texts referenced and footnote any quotations used.

Study proposal

Applicants should submit an idea for an exhibition proposal that will form the basis of your final project.

It should:

• state briefly the background for the exhibition proposal;
• determine the precise area of study;
• set out clearly and concisely your aims and objectives for the period of study.

Your Study Proposal should have the following structure:

Introduction

Introduce your idea for your proposed exhibition. Briefly outline recent developments prior to application. Describe your anticipated programme of study in detail, demonstrating your knowledge of the fashion, curation or exhibitions for your area of study. Focus on specific areas or issues that underpin and frame the proposal.

Programme of study

Outline the sequence of practical and theoretical steps that you intend to follow. This will be vital to your programme of study in the development stage in which the Study Proposal will progress and take shape. For example, describe in detail the methodologies that you follow and their significance for the research process. (Advice and support will be offered by tutors on the course). Any supporting material should appear in the Appendices at the end of the proposal.

Research sources

Give details of libraries, exhibitions, museums, galleries and special archives that you have visited as part of your research towards the proposal.

Bibliography

Keep a full record of all original and documentary material consulted. List appropriate material using the Harvard Referencing System.

Portfolio

You may submit a digital portfolio of any previous curation work if you think it will enhance your application; the most important part of your application is the exhibition review and study proposal as detailed above.

You may include a URL link to your portfolio within your personal statement.

After you’ve submitted your application, you’ll receive a confirmation email providing you with your login details for the UAL Portal. We’ll use this Portal to contact you to request any additional information, including inviting you to upload documents or book an interview, so please check it regularly.

Once we’ve reviewed and assessed your application, we’ll contact you via the UAL Portal to let you know whether your application has been successful.

Home / EU fee

£11,220

This applies for the 2020/21 academic year.

UAL Home/EU alumni receive a £1,000 discount.

Course fees may be paid in instalments.

International fee

£22,920

This applies for the 2020/21 academic year.

UAL International alumni receive a £1,000 discount.

Course fees may be paid in instalments.

Additional costs

In addition to tuition fees you are very likely to incur additional costs such as travel expenses and the cost of materials. Please read the information on our additional costs page.

Charges may be made for special clothing or equipment which students may need in order to participate in certain activities which form part of the course but which they retain. However, where such clothing or equipment is necessary for the student’s health or safety a charge may only be made for clothing and equipment which the student retains if the student also has the option of borrowing the clothing or equipment free of charge.

Accommodation

Find out about the accommodation options available and how much they will cost.

Scholarships and awards

There are a number of scholarships and awards available to students on this course. Use our search tool to find out more information.

Loans

Postgraduate loans of up to £10,000 are now available for eligible UK and EU students. A full list of eligibility criteria and information on applying can be found on the postgraduate loans webpage.

All our postgraduate courses offer career development, so that you become a creative thinker, making effective contributions to your relevant sector of the fashion industry.

LCF offers students the opportunity to develop Personal and Professional Development (PPD) skills while studying through:

* Access to to speaker programmes and events featuring alumni and industry.

* Access to careers activities, such as CV clinics and one-to-one advice sessions.

* Access to a graduate careers service

* Access to a live jobsboard for all years.

* Advice on setting up your own brand or company.

Career paths

Masters graduates have an advantage in the employment market, obtaining work in a wide range of vocational and academic fields related to fashion. MA Fashion Curation could lead to a breadth of exit profiles including Fashion or Art and Design Curator, Arts and Events Management Assistant and Administrator or Consultant. Graduates of the course have gone on to work in many roles within the industry, at organisations including the British Council, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Fan Museum Greenwich. The MA also provides an excellent preparation for higher level research degrees (MPhil or PhD), with an increasing number of graduates undertaking research, writing and teaching within fashion related subjects.