About this course
Kingston University offers Master of Arts in Curating Contemporary Design (in partnership with the Design Museum) as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Librarianship. Based in Kingston upon Thames, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £23,700 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 88. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
We welcome applicants with relevant work experience, such as practitioners, museum staff and designers looking to extend their professional experience.
Applicants with academic qualifications in other subjects will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants should have a 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent qualification in an arts, humanities or essay based subject.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
