COURSE CURRICULUM

The first year of the MA in Creative and Cultural Industries provides students with a comprehensive foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of the sector. Core modules cover critical issues in creative labour, examining the dynamics, challenges, and opportunities faced by professionals in the industry. Students develop hands-on skills through digital media production, gaining experience in creating content that reflects current industry standards and technological developments. Professional research methods are taught to equip students with the analytical tools needed to investigate trends, audiences, and the impact of creative work. Modules on cultural rights and participation encourage students to consider ethical and social dimensions, exploring how stories are told, whose voices are represented, and how cultural engagement can foster inclusion. Professional development and practice focus on preparing students for diverse career paths within the creative and cultural industries, fostering skills in self-management, teamwork, and entrepreneurship. Understanding the broader landscape of creative and cultural industries helps students contextualize their work within global, economic, and policy frameworks. The year culminates in a dissertation, allowing students to integrate their learning, conduct in-depth research, and produce an original project that demonstrates both practical competence and critical insight, preparing them for professional or academic advancement.