Managing in the Creative Economy Masters (MA): Entry requirements

We usually look for applicants with:

• an upper second-class degree or above in a relevant area and/or two years' work experience in the creative industries;
• an understanding of the context of the creative economy; and
• the ability to explain why this course will be of value to them personally.

We also carefully consider non-standard entrants with relevant personal and work experience who can demonstrate their interest, commitment and ability.

Personal statement

A personal statement is the opportunity to tell us what drives your interest to study on this programme. All applicants should provide a personal statement demonstrating:

• their interest in the creative economy;
• a strong motivation to look beyond the boundaries of their discipline;
• their readiness to participate in a start-up; and
• a willingness to work in a multidisciplinary environment.

Interviews

We normally invite all applicants for this course to an interview with the course director and/or the subject leader. For international students based overseas we will arrange for an interview via Skype.

All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirement, which is Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no element below 6.0. Make sure you read our full guidance about English language requirements, which includes details of other qualifications we consider.

Applicants who do not meet the English language requirements could be eligible to join our pre-sessional English language course.

Applicants from a recognised majority English speaking countries (MESCs) do not need to meet these requirements.