MRes Arts

The MRes Arts course at Arts University Bournemouth is a one-year, full-time or two-year, part-time postgraduate program that provides students with the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge and skills in the field of arts. The course focuses on practice-based research and creative experimentation, allowing students to explore their chosen area of study in depth. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and workshops, as well as opportunities to exhibit and present their work. The course is designed to support the development of critical and reflexive thinking, as well as advanced research skills. Graduates of the MRes Arts program may go on to pursue careers in academia, museums and galleries, or the creative industries.

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The MRes Arts course is designed for students who want to specialize in a particular area of the arts, such as fine art, graphic design, illustration, photography, or sculpture. The course is also suitable for students who want to pursue a career in research or teaching in the arts. The program includes a mixture of lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual supervision, allowing students to develop their skills and knowledge in a supportive and stimulating environment.

Discover the vibrant arts community at Arts University Bournemouth

Arts University Bournemouth is a specialist institution for the arts, with a strong reputation for providing high-quality teaching and research opportunities. The university has a diverse and vibrant community of students, staff, and alumni, offering a wide range of cultural and creative experiences. The campus is located in Bournemouth, a beautiful coastal town with a rich cultural heritage and a thriving arts scene. Students at Arts University Bournemouth have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, as well as opportunities to exhibit and present their work both on and off campus.

The MRes Arts offers a unique foundation for innovative research in the arts, media, performance, design, and architecture. It asks you to engage in a socially and ethically responsible research practice where making, in its varied manifestations across the arts, occupies a central part of the research approach. You will be encouraged to develop new ways of looking, reading, and understanding our interaction with things, the environment, and each other. You will follow a program of study which combines practical and theoretical approaches to making and maker cultures, emphasizing the knowledge and skills needed for doctoral study. You will be supported in developing your own disciplinary, or cross-disciplinary research area by engaging with the diverse expertise across the Arts University Bournemouth. You will develop mastery in the theories, methods, and practices of research through independent study and a taught program of lectures, seminars, and workshops offered by researchers and professionals working in the field.