Art and the Public Sphere

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The Art and the Public Sphere programme is an inter-disciplinary course.

It is aimed at artists, curators and writers who are interested in interrogating and exploring contemporary art and its relation to the notion of the public sphere of opinion formation, its relationship to the history of Western democracy, and its role in enabling free discussion and political action.

The programme develops the discourse from art in public space to a broader interrogation of what we might understand to be public.

The course considers art, art criticism and curatorial practices as an integral and vital aspect of culture in the 21st century and it operates by bringing together practice and theory as praxis.

Compulsory Modules

Semester 1

* Art Practice, Art Writing and Art Curation
* Research Methodologies
* Publics: Histories, Theories and Critical Practices

Semester 2

* Exploration, Experiment and Proposal
* The Public Realm: Professional Practice
* Publics: Histories, Theories and Critical Practices

Summer

* Final Project

Modules are delivered on a full-time basis, but may be undertaken over a two year period by individual negotiation and prior agreement

Candidates will normally be required to hold a minimum Upper Second class honours degree, but exceptional circumstances will also be considered (for instance, an honours degree in an aligned subject or appropriate additional work experience).Acceptable English language qualification * GCSE English Language - Grade C or above * IELTS band 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking * TOEFL (including the Tests in Written and Spoken Practice) minimum score of 100 (Internet-based test) overall with no less than 21 in Listening, 22 in Reading, 23 in Speaking and 21 in Writing English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) TOEFL iBT® test: 92 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

We offer more than 100 studentships for taught and research programmes and many departments award their own scholarships and bursaries. Ask for details of these and possible sponsorship opportunities from the department concerned when you apply.

Departmental Bursaries and Scholarships

Many departments offer bursaries to eligible categories of students, and scholarships on a competitive basis, some of which cover all tuition fees. Up-to-date information is available from our website at or speak to the department concerned.

Loughborough Sports Scholarships

We understand the pressure of combining university studying with elite level sport.

In addition to the considerable benefits of first class coaching, access to world class facilities, strength and conditioning and sports medicine support, our Sports Scholarships offer financial support as well as access to a sports mentor, a life skills programme, and the opportunity for flexible study. Our Scholarship holders receive between £500 and £3,500 per year.

To be eligible to apply for a Sports Scholarship, you need to have a confirmed place to study at Loughborough, and usually be competing at least at junior international level.

For full details, see the Loughborough Sport website or email sports-scholars@lboro.ac.uk or telephone +44 (0)1509 226108

Prizes

University and departmental prizes and bursaries are awarded in many departments to postgraduate students who perform exceptionally well in their work or who contribute to the development of cooperation between the University and the local community.

Prizes awarded to postgraduate students currently include the prestigious Loughborough University Graduate School Prizes each worth £400, and two John Guest Memorial Travelling Scholarships, each valued at £500, awarded to research students to give them the opportunity to extend their knowledge of their subject, either within this country or overseas.

Access to Learning Fund (ALF)

The ALF is available to UK postgraduate (taught and research) students studying at least 50% of a full-time course who experience unanticipated and serious financial difficulties. To qualify, students must meet the same residence conditions as for student loans.

Postgraduate Taught Care Leavers Bursary

Care leavers from the UK who have recently graduated and want to progress onto full-time postgraduate study may be eligible for a bursary worth up to £2,660 which is intended for assistance with the cost of their study.

For more information contact j.sanders@lboro.ac.uk or telephone +44 (0)1509 222496