ART & DESIGNPRE-MASTER’S

ART & DESIGN

There are two distinct pathways onto the Pre-Master’s programme and both offer short, intense learning

experiences, which are tailored to suit your artistic discipline.

PRE-MASTER’S

“THE TEACHERS ARE GREAT.

THEY ARE DYNAMIC AND

ACTIVE & SHARE A WEALTH OF

KNOWLEDGE ACROSS ALL THE

FIELDS OF ART & DESIGN. THEY

DO NOT RESTRICT YOUR IDEAS,

THEY INSPIRE YOU”

Dali Xu | Destination: Bartlett – MArch ArchitectureArt & Design Pre-Master’s

CREATIVE INDUSTRIES PATHWAY

ART & DESIGN PATHWAY

If you are an international student with an Art & Design Degree completed outside the UK and are looking to study a Master’s in the same or different art and designdiscipline at a UK university, our Pre-Master’s programme will prepare you for the high level of independence and

specific learning skills demanded by a Master’s.

If you are an international student who has completed an Undergraduate Degree but in a non-Art & Design subject we offer a consultative Pre-Master’s that gives you a route into the creative industries. We work with

you individually to create a Pre-Master’s experience that allows you to move onto a Master’s Degree in the

UK within the creative industries, including exciting Master’s courses like Fashion Brand Management, Art

History, Product Design, Advertising, and Arts Business/Management.

Both routes are designed to bridge the gap between your experience and ambition to study at Postgraduate level. They will also give you the experience you need

and an understanding of UK learning and teaching styles.

BUSINESSUNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

Examples of MA Progression includes Art Business,Arts Management, Fashion Promotion, Brand

Management, Art Market Appraisal, Ar t History and Fashion Marketing.

ENGINEERINGUNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

Examples of MA Progression includes ProductDesign, Urban Planning, Design & BuiltEnvironment, 3D Space and Interiors.

MEDIA/JOURNALISMUNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

Examples of MA Progression includes Advertising,Moving Image, Arts Business, Arts Management,

Fashion Promotion and Design & Creative Economy.

ARCHITECTUREUNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

Examples of MA Progression includes UrbanPlanning, Design & Built Environment, 3D Space,

Interiors, Ceramics and Photography.

ART & DESIGNUNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

Examples of MA Progression includes any MA (MAFashion Design & MA Architecture applicants

MUST have a BA in that subject as well).

*These are for example purposes only and can be used as a

guide. All applications for Pre-Master’s will need to be

approved by the Academic Director for the Pre-Master’s

programme at CSVPA. Approval is based on grades and subject

of BA, portfolio, progression goals, and any relevant work

experience as well as the Pre-Master’s entry requirements.

CHOOSE A PRE-MASTER’S IF YOU.... . .are switching discipline between BA and MA

...have studied your Degree outside the UK

...need to improve your English language level

.. .need to adapt to UK teaching styles

.. .need to develop your portfolio

.. .need help developing potential lines for research

CREATIVE INDUSTRY PATHWAY EXAMPLES*

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Age 20 years +

Educational Level

Art & Design | Undergraduate Degree in an Art & Design subject completed

Creative Industries | Undergraduate Degree completed

English Level September star t: IELTS 5.5+ (no element under 5.5) January star t: IELTS 6.0+

Portfolio

Art & Design | Good portfolio of work

Creative Industries | Dependant on destination

Start September | January

Award Only students who star t in

September and successfully

complete the year will receive

a Graduate Diploma in Art &

Design Awarded by Kingston

University

Course length 1 or 2 semesters

Contact Time Up to 30 hours per week

English Language Up to 5 hours per week if required

Progression

Art & Design | Master’s in Art and Design

Creative Industries | Master’s in the Creative Industries

WHAT TO EXPECT

DIAGNOSTIC STAGE 1

You will assess your existing knowledge and skills(technical, conceptual and contextual) and build

on these so that broad skills and references can be applied to all disciplines before specific disciplines

are focused on.

This stage introduces reflective practice, research/study skills, criticism of contemporary practice

and a variety of tutorials, workshops, peer presentations and seminars.

REFLECTIVE STAGE 2

Specially tailored activities allow you to learn and develop critical thinking and scholarly methods,

which helps exploratory research into your Master’s, research proposals and final portfolio.

ACTIVE STAGE 3

You will focus on the development of your own creative practice through detailed research and

development. The final outcome is a majorcritically appraised project which forms the

platform for continued research and study on a Master’s Programme in the UK.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

AWARD

If you start the Pre-Master’s programme in September, at the end of the year, upon

successful completion, you will be awarded a Graduate Diploma in Art & Design from Kingston

University. If you start the course in January and complete one semester you will receive a

Certif icate of Completion from CSVPA.

awarded by

On completion of the course you should be able to:

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Assess the broad critical and contextual dimensions of your discipline(s).

Write about and discuss the issues which arise from the artist’s or designer’s relationship with audiences, clients, markets, users, consumers, and/or participants.

Demonstrate an appreciation of the major developments in current and emerging practice in your discipline(s).

Critically analyse the significance of the work of other practitioners in their discipline(s).

Demonstrate an ability to generate ideas independently and/or collaboratively in response to set briefs and/or as self-initiated activity.

INTELLECTUAL SKILLS

Analyse information and experiences, and formulate reasoned arguments.

Assess the critical judgements of others and recognise their personal strengths and needs.

Synthesise evidence or ideas of different sorts or from different sources together in a productive way.

Make connections between intention, process, outcome, context, and methods of promulgation.

SUBJECT PRACTICAL SKILLS

Communicate ideas and information in visual, oral and written forms.

Exercise self-management skills in managing your workloads and meeting deadlines.

Use materials, media, techniques, methods, technologies and tools associated with the discipline(s) studied.

Demonstrate proficiency in observation, investigation, enquiry, visualisation and/or making.

KEY SKILLS

The key skills you will develop over the course of the programme, which are vital for success progression onto a Master’s programme in the UK include:

• An iMac for each student

• Your own dedicated workspace

• 5 days a week teaching, more than anyone else

• Small class sizes, no more than 15 students to 1 teacher

• Lecturers based in your studio all day every day

• Studio access 7 days a week

• Guaranteed participation in an end-of-year show

• Outstanding teachers who are working artists and designers, bringing industry links and real insight to the world of work

• Guest speakers offering one-to-one advice, helping you to build industry contacts

• Support for every individual student and tailor the programme to the career pathway you wish to take.

• Exceptionally talented teachers who will teach you real skills that will be invaluable throughout your whole career

• A dynamic and global community bringing opportunities, international contacts and friendships.

• English support to help with essay and dissertation writing

• Free printing up to A3 colour (average cost at other institutions £1 per A3 colour sheet)

WE PROVIDE

SELF AWARENESS SKILLS

Take responsibility for own learning and plan for and record own personal development.

Recognise own academic strengths and weaknesses, reflect on performance and progress and respond to

feedback.

Organise self effectively, agreeing and setting realistic targets, accessing support where appropriate and

managing time to achieve targets.

Work effectively with limited supervision in unfamiliar contexts.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Express ideas clearly and unambiguously in writing and the spoken work.

Present, challenge and defend ideas and results effectively orally and in writing.

Actively listen and respond appropriately to ideas of others.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Work well with others in a group or team.

Work flexibly and respond to change.

Discuss and debate with others and make concession to reach agreement.

Give, accept and respond to constructive feedback.

RESEARCH AND INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS

Search for and select relevant sources of information.

Critically evaluate information and use it appropriately.

Apply the ethical and legal requirements in both the access and use of information.

Accurately cite and reference information sources.

Use software and information technology as appropriate.

NUMERACY SKILLS

Collect data from primary and secondary sources and use appropriate methods to manipulate and analyse this

data.

Present and record data in appropriate formats.

Interpret and evaluate data to inform and justify arguments.

Be aware of issues of selection, accuracy and uncertainty in the collection and analysis of data.

MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Determine the scope of a task (or project).

Identify resources needed to undertake the task (or project) and to schedule and manage the resources.

Evidence ability to successfully complete and evaluate a task (or project), revising the plan where necessary.

Motivate and direct others to enable an effective contribution from all participants.

CREATIVITY AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS

Apply scientif ic and other knowledge to analyse and evaluate information and data and to find solutions to

problems.

Work with complex ideas and justify judgements made through effective use of evidence.

The catered accommodation fees include breakfast, lunch and an evening meal on weekdays and brunch and supper at the weekend during term time. Day students or self-catered students will need to purchase meals required. College policy is such that all under 18s are catered.

Catered Early Bird Discount#

Discounted Advance Price #

3 Terms Termly Semesterly

Halls of residence, catered £12,655 £13,055 £13,320 £4,440 £6,660

Homestay, catered £8,810 £9,085 £9,270 £3,090 £4,635

Self Catered Early Bird Discount#

Discounted Advance Price #

3 Terms Termly Semesterly

Halls of residence, self-catered £10,350 £10,675 £10,890 £3,630 £5,445

Additional Fees

Registration Fee £200

Refundable Deposit £2,300

Weekly Fees During Vacation:Catered - Under 18 years old £670

Catered - Over 18 years old £400

Self-catered - Over 18 years old £300

Additional Fees

• Coursebooks, some materials and examination fees (as applicable)• Optional social activities (as applicable)

Storing Belongings During Vacations

No charge until Term 3 or Semester 2 finishes. Students who wish to store their belongings over the Summer will incur a storage fee. Prices from £110 (for 12 wks) but students must confirm with the College after arrival.

Please note:Christmas vacation – CSVPA and all accommodation will be completely closed during this time. All students are required to return home or stay with approved family or guardians.

Easter/Summer Vacation – students may choose to stay in college accommodation during this time. However, an additional weekly fee will be charged and stays must be arranged one term in advance (in the first term students must notify the college within 2 weeks of arrival). Students may be required to move to alternative accommodation at this time.

SEMESTER AMonday 26th September 2016 to Friday 27th January 2017

Christmas Vacation: Saturday 17th December 2016 to Sunday 8th January 2017

SEMESTER BMonday 30th January 2017 to Wednesday 28th June 2017

Easter Vacation: Thursday 6th April 2017 to Wednesday 19th April 2017

SEMESTER DATES 2016–17 ACCOMMODATION FEES 2016–17

TUITION FEES 2016–17

HOME/EU TUITION FEES 2016 TO 2017

INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES 2016 TO 2017

*A 2% advance payment discount is given on programmes of 2 semesters or more if payment for tuition and accommodation fees is made in full at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the course.

All programmes are subject to a £200 registration fee and a refundable deposit payment of £2,300 (refundable after the completion of your course)

Airport TransfersAll unaccompanied students under 16 will incur an additional £50 fee

Heathrow £190

Gatwick £220

Stansted £110

Other London £190

Annual Fees

Art & Design Pre-Master’s Awarded by Kingston University £9,000

Discounted Advance Price*

2 Semesterly Payments

Per Semester

Art & Design Pre-Master’s Awarded by Kingston University £18,700 £19,080 £9,450

TO ENQUIRE CONTACT

Central AdmissionsCambridge Education GroupKett HouseStation RoadCambridge

CB1 2JH

Tel: +44 (0) 1223 345 698 | Fax: +44 (0) 1223 346181 | Email: admissions@csvpa.com

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