104 weeks
On campus (Parkville)
Full time / Part time
March | July
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Melbourne
234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3006
Student Information
Fees & Entry by Student Type
Tuition Fee
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
Duration
2 years full time / 4 years part time (150-point and 100-point accelerated entry points available with relevant credit)
Intakes
March, July
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
Domestic and international:
- Bachelor degree (AQF7) in any discipline with a WAM of 65% (or equivalent) for the 200-point entry point
- Advanced entry to the 150-point or 100-point program available depending on relevance of prior study/professional experience
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL 81, PTE 64, Cambridge 169, LanguageCert Academic 67, Michigan English Test 58
- Entry requirements apply from the mid-year 2026 intake onwards
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
- Screen-based production, distribution and exhibition
- Festivals, galleries and museums
- Community arts, theatre, dance and performing arts
- Cultural policy development and evaluation
- Art marketing, development, philanthropy and fundraising
- Graduates employed at organisations including Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne International Film Festival, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Australian Ballet, Roundabout Theatre (New York), Edinburgh International Comedy Festival
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Units of Competency
Foundation subjects
e.g. Australian Art (AHIS20002), Art Markets and Methods (AHIS20018), Modern and Contemporary Theatre (ENGL20030), The Business of Music (MUSI20206), Principles of Management (MGMT10002), Organisational Behaviour (MGMT20001).
Principles of Arts Management
Compulsory subject.
Cultural Policy
Compulsory subject.
Arts Operations
Compulsory subject.
The Economics of Culture
Compulsory subject.
Applied Research Methods
Compulsory subject.
Arts Management Placement
Capstone stream 1.
Arts Management Project
Capstone stream 2.
Capstone stream 3: Thesis
Arts Management Thesis Part 1 (AMGT90027), Arts Management Thesis Part 2 (AMGT90028).
Elective subjects
e.g. Interpreting Exhibitions (ACUR90005), Partnering and Fundraising in the Arts (AMGT90007), Audiences and the Arts (AMGT90006), Marketing the Arts (AMGT90017), Global Perspectives on Arts Management (AMGT90032), Legal Issues in Arts and Media (PUBL90014), The International Publishing Industry (PUBL90027), Film Festival Cultures (SCRN90006), Working in Indigenous Cultural Contexts (INDG90001).
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Master of Arts and Cultural Management include any practical work experience?
Yes, the program includes an optional internship placement, allowing students to put their skills into practice with a national or international internship and expand their professional networks.
What art form contexts does this course cover?
The Master of Arts and Cultural Management develops transferable skills across a broad range of art form contexts, including film, theatre, dance, music and the visual arts.
How long does the Master of Arts and Cultural Management take to complete?
The course takes 2 years to complete full time, or 4 years part time, and is delivered on campus at Parkville.
When can I start the Master of Arts and Cultural Management?
The course has two intake periods per year, with starts available in March and July.
Are Commonwealth Supported Places available for this course?
Yes, Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available for the Master of Arts and Cultural Management at the University of Melbourne.
Application
How to Apply
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