Applicants will normally meet one of the following requirements:
Undergraduate degree* in a relevant field; or
Graduate Diploma in Management (Arts and Cultural Management) from the University of South Australia; or
A postgraduate qualification in Arts Management (or equivalent) from a recognised university.
* Normally applicants who have completed a bachelors degree with a grade point average of 4** or better will be recognised for entry.
** A GPA of 4 refers to the UniSA grading scale which has a range of 1 - 7, other equivalent Australian and international gradiang scales will be considered.
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
English language test
IELTS total [6.5]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]
Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements:
English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)
The program is designed to provide advanced studies and experience in broad areas relevant to the field or arts and cultural management, reflecting the diverse interests of graduates in this field.
Content & Structure
The Master of Management (Arts and Cultural Management) is a 54 unit coursework masters consisting of: 4 Division core courses (18 units); 5 program core courses (22.5 units); 1 school core course (4.5 units); and 2 elective courses (9 units).
1. Students may choose appropriate postgraduate electives from across the Division of Business and University in consultation with the Program Director.
2. Credit will not normally be granted for any courses unless completed in a postgraduate program of study in a recognised university. Credit is granted subject to the approval of the Program Director.
3. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Management (Arts) are eligible to be admitted directly into the Masters and will be given credit for the 8 courses already completed.
Notes
1. This program is a Commonwealth Supported Place (previously HECS) based for Australian citizens and fee paying for international students.
2. Applications should be directed to the School of Management.