Design: Product and Space & the Creative Economy MA: Who teaches this course

• Staff teaching on this course

This course is taught jointly by:

• the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture; and
• the Faculty of Business and Law. 

Find out more about the faculties below. The integration of specialists from a variety of different architecture, creative industry and business backgrounds is an important differentiating factor of this course, mirroring the variety of backgrounds of the students.

Other key contributors will include practitioners from the creative industries and other industry experts and stakeholders (including policy makers, investors etc). We will encourage you to develop and share your professional networks as an integral part of your MA experience.

The Faculty of Business and Law

Kingston Business School, alongside Kingston Law School forms the Faculty of Business and Law. Both schools are internationally recognised as leading centres of postgraduate learning, providing a stimulating and supportive study environment. 

International reputation for teaching expertise

Our academic staff are recognised for providing a high-quality service to their students and external partners, with some individuals having gained international reputations for their leading work in research and development. Full-time staff are augmented by visiting specialists from industry and the professions to ensure that we keep abreast of the latest thinking and developments.

Our teaching is focused on applying theory to real, practical situations. All our courses are structured to ensure a stimulating and balanced programme of study. Plus your learning experience is enhanced with the use of a wide range of teaching resources including e-learning technologies, interactive classroom sessions and student-led group projects.

Innovative research environment

In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE 2008) Kingston Business School and Law School recorded excellent results, demonstrating the significance and impact of research in the Faculty.

Where is the Faculty based? The Faculty is based at the modern Kingston Hill campus, which is set in landscaped gardens and enjoys a real community feel.

 

The Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

The Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture has its roots in the studio-based approach of Britain's art school system (the original School of Art was founded in the 1890s).

Today, most of your learning still takes place in our specialist studios. Each subject area has its own fully-equipped studio, where you take part in classes, tutorials and critical reviews with fellow students. This strong studio culture also ensures regular interaction between students and tutors.

Our industry connections mean we provide unique study opportunities, such as:

• the chance to have your work seen by eminent members of your profession;
• ‘live' projects, site visits and placements in prestigious companies or institutions; and
• project work and workshops with visiting lecturers and industry specialists.

Our excellent reputation means that industry leaders regularly visit our student shows to see the best of the new talent.

Where is the Faculty based?

Most students in the Faculty are based at the University's Knights Park campus, with surveying courses based at Penrhyn Road. Our well-equipped facilities offer a modern study environment so that you graduate with cutting-edge skills and knowledge.

Creative Industries staff

Heading the Creative Industries teaching team is:

Catherine Morel

Title: Creative Industries course director
Email: c.morel@kingston.ac.uk