Curating with Politics, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Can artists serve as activists, and can exhibitions drive social change? Who shapes the narratives in museums and galleries, and how should institutions address traumatic political events? Do governments and businesses define a nation's cultural identity, and how do curators incorporate these considerations into displays? This BA in Curating with Politics develops essential skills to connect visual culture, political developments, and wider social forces.The programme offers a multidisciplinary grounding in the histories and theories of art, curating, heritage studies, and politics. Students acquire intellectual and practical expertise through classroom learning and hands-on gallery experiences, with a focus on exhibition design and the impact of curatorial decisions on audience perceptions. At Essex, you may opt for a placement year, supported by departmental guidance, while paying only 20% of tuition fees for that period.