Sotheby's Institute of Art: MA in Contemporary Design

  England

• London: 
London

Description: This programme combines academic study of twentieth century and contemporary decorative arts with an exploration of the professional design world. Furniture, ceramics, glass, patterns, metalwork, jewellery and dress from the Art Nouveau period to the pluralism of the present day are examined in relation to architecture and interiors, and wider theoretical and contextual issues. The interrelationship between the fine and decorative arts is a strong theme throughout the programme.

The course promotes an object-based methodology and the development of visual, analytical and interpretative skills that are relevant to a range of careers. Visits to museums, houses, dealers, auction houses, design and craft fairs, together with a study tour to Paris, provide opportunities to study objects first-hand and also to assess the market for twentieth century and contemporary design. Throughout the programme, assignments and contact with practitioners in the field introduce students to aspects of the professional design world.

The course promotes an object-based methodology and aims to develop analytical, interpretative and presentational skills that are relevant to a range of careers. Lectures are reinforced by visits to museums, houses, relevant temporary exhibitions and fairs, and to dealers and retailers. These, together with a study tour to Paris, provide opportunities to study objects at first hand and also to assess the market for 20th and contemporary design. Throughout the programme, contact with practitioners in the field introduce students to the issues involved in working in the design world, whether as a dealer, curator, writer, or interior designer.

Highlights:
Semester 1:
Design 1900-1939: history, theory and market
Design 1940-1980: history, theory and market (Part I)
Research methodologies
Academic and professional practice

Semester 2:
Design 1940-1980: history, theory and market (Part II)
Design since 1980: history, theory and market
Option
Research methodologies
Academic and professional practice

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: 40,000

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Scholarships are Available.

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is 2 weeks

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Sotheby's Institute of Art - London's Mission Statement: For forty years, Sotheby's Institute of Art has been preparing students for distinguished careers in the international art world. Today, Sotheby's Institute of Art comprises academic centres in London, New York, and Singapore. Its international focus reflects a commitment to interactive hands-on education that draws creatively upon the resources of important art centres worldwide. The Institute's core faculty includes scholars and renowned practitioners in the art world including experts from Sotheby's auction house. Together, these professionals are committed to providing each student with the appropriate knowledge to achieve professional career success.

Year Founded: 1968