Goldsmiths, University of London · Full-time
Photography and Urban Cultures
Explore the creative interplay between urban theory and the visual representation of urban cultures and places. Why study MA Photography and Urban Cultures at Goldsmiths - Developed in collaboration with sociological and anthropological researchers, the degree…
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Explore the creative interplay between urban theory and the visual representation of urban cultures and places. Why study MA Photography and Urban Cultures at Goldsmiths - Developed in collaboration with sociological and anthropological researchers, the degree encourages creative interplay between practice and theory – you’ll develop your practical photography skills and examine key ideas and debates in the representation and evocation of contemporary city life. - You'll have the chance to consider cutting-edge debates in cultural and social theory in a research setting that actively encourages the development of photographic practice. - If you are already a working photographer, visual artist or media practitioner, this programme gives you space to reflect critically on your practice. - For those with a background in sociology, urban and cultural geography, cultural studies or anthropology, the degree provides an opportunity to combine visual forms of representation with standard forms of research techniques in investigating urban life and the physical environments of the city. - The programme aims to link directly to professional research outcomes, and many graduates have secured employment within urban research, ethnography, teaching, curatorial and arts practice, human rights, and architectural research. - You'll be taught by leading academics in Sociology. We've been rated top 20 in the UK for sociology by QS World University Rankings 2025.
Getting in
As the university states it
You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant/related subject. You will also need to demonstrate proficiency in photographic practice, including familiarity with a 35mm camera and photographic printing. You might also be considered for some programmes if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study this programme.
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