StudyQA — Master: Cities, Culture and Creativity — Liverpool John Moores University

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An exciting new cross-disciplinary MA, which studies contemporary UK and international cities from socio-economic, cultural, theoretical and practical perspectives.

Course available to study full time (1 year) and part time (2 years)
Innovative, multidisciplinary programme taught by expert academics
Links with leading arts, cultural and creative organisations locally, nationally and internationally
Excellent pastoral and academic support
Taught in Liverpool, one of the leading arts and cultural centres outside of London (European Capital of Culture in 2008, UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Why study this course at LJMU?

Based in Liverpool, one of the UK's most high-profile and fascinating cities, which has been the scene of many innovative cultural programmes and urban regeneration initiatives, the degree focusses on the relationships between cities, culture and creativity.

Partners on this programme include the European Institute for Urban Affairs (EIUA), the Institute of Cultural Capital (ICC), the Liverpool Business School and the School of Humanities and Social Science, all of whom are based in the Faculty of Arts, Professional and Social Studies. You will be exposed to leading cities research such as the recently launched report, Beatles heritage in Liverpool and its economic and cultural sector impact, published by the ICC, EIUA and The University of Liverpool.

This degree will provide you with a broad programme of intellectual and academic perspectives on urban development, cultural distinctiveness and the way this is mediated by key institutions, social groupings and different representations of cities. You will hear from a range of high profile speakers, not only from LJMU's vibrant academic community, but also from elsewhere in the commercial, cultural and policy making sectors. Our regular guest speakers will elaborate on many of the programme's key themes. The core teaching team includes Professor Richard Evans, Dr Gerwyn Jones (EIUA) and Dr Jan Evans (Liverpool Business School).

Through the course of your studies you will consider the importance of creative communities and leadership to the cultural and creative development of the urban environment.

You will gain an understanding of key urban theories, trends, policies and dynamics by drawing upon a range of contemporary local and global case studies to illustrate debates and policy responses. You will reflect on how urban images and identities are constructed and reconstructed, by whom and for what purpose, focusing on concepts such as city marketing, place identity, place brand and branding.

The programme will enable you to play a key role in developing approaches to study and knowledge application in the fields of creativity and culture in urban environment. Another aim of the programme is to develop graduates who have essential skills in research design, project management and relevant major quantitative and qualitative research methods. To examine how cultural policy fits with broader strategies for re-imagining and regenerating cities, you will use key skills to research and critically engage with the theories, principles, debates and intellectual paradigms that underpin the study of cities, culture and creativity. You will be expected to critically reflect on and communicate your research findings, knowledge and understanding throughout the degree.

Understanding Cities: Theory, Culture and Social Change
Research Methods: Cities, Culture and Creativity
Creative Communities
Re-imagining Cities: Using Cultural Policy and Place Marketing
Dissertation

Requirements

You will need an Honours degree (minimum 2:2) in a relevant subject
An IELTS 6.5 score demonstrating your proficiency in English
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The application fee is £13 if you’re applying to just one course, or £24 for multiple courses
All academic transcripts
Copies of degree/diploma certificates or work reference (if employed)
One academic reference
Your personal statement
Copy of your valid passport (with a minimum of 6 months left before expiration)
In addition to normal entry requirements, you will be expected to demonstrate a very good level of English language competence, for example an IELTS score of 6.0-6.5 or equivalent. Please note: specific courses may require higher levels of English language competence. If you have applied to study a full-time taught Masters, MRes, MPhil or PhD at LJMU, you should check if you require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme or ATAS certificate. It can take four to six weeks to receive an ATAS certificate, so please make sure you apply as early as possible. You can find out more on the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) website. Alternatively, contact LJMU’s International Admissions Team for guidance. Please note: international students entering on a Tier 4 Visa cannot study part time. Students entering the UK on alternate types of Visa may be in a position to study part time. Please contact LJMU’s International Admissions Team for further details before making your application. In order to obtain a Visa you will also need to show evidence that the money required to cover your tuition fees and living expenses has been in your bank account for at least 28 days prior to submitting your visa application. So please make sure that your finances are in place before applying.