Arts, Cognition and Criticism

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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This track studies the role of the arts in culture from a multi-disciplinary perspective, drawing on cognitive sciences, hermeneutics, narrative & critical theory, discourse analysis & arts sociology.

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locatieGroningen
diplomaMA 
typeregulier, 60 EC
start1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60087
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee
Culture can be understood as a complex cognitive process through which humans articulate and negotiate their individual and collective consciousness, identities, values and understanding of the world. The arts have always played an important part in this process.
The interdisciplinary Arts, Cognition and Criticism track focuses on how culture is transmitted, innovated and critiqued through the arts, with course topics such as: the arts and reflective imagination; value-negotiation through storytelling; or social and political functions of the arts. Students are trained in methods from the cognitive sciences, hermeneutics, narrative and critical theory, discourse analysis and art sociology. They develop a keen theory-based insight into the role of the arts in cultural dynamics, and hands-on capacities for critical analysis and interpretation of art-works, debates and developments in the arts, in connection to their social background.
Our enthusiastic staff has an international research reputation and excellent connections to arts and culture institutions. This makes this an attractive track for students who want to work or pursue their research in the arts and culture field.


					

Waarom aan de RUG?

The ACC track in Groningen offers
● a stimulating international environment in a typical Dutch city with a strong cultural infrastructure
● a motivated international staff with high research reputation and links to national/international art worlds
● a cutting-edge interdisciplinary program with a range of methods
● choices that allow you to connect the critical approaches to your own art discipline(s) and to shape your profile as a critical researcher and professional

Studieprogramma

opbouw
1e jaar

opbouwThis is a one-year MA track (60 EC).
In semester 1 you follow:

4 compulsory 5 EC modules (20 EC total);
10 EC from the other tracks within the Arts and Culture MA program (Music, Theatre and Performance Studies; Film and Contemporary Audiovisual Media; Arts, Policy and Cultural Entrepreneurship).

In semester 2 you write your MA thesis (20 EC) and finish with an internship/traineeship (10 EC). The latter can be replaced by another course or a tutorial.

During the first semester you acquire core theories, methods and concepts to study the role of the arts in culture. Courses focus on The Arts and the Public Sphere, Arts and Brain in Culture, Narrative Arts as Value Laboratory, and Media, Materials, and Makers: Art and/as Research. Alongside you choose one or two electives (10EC total).
In the second semester, you demonstrate your knowledge and research skills in a thesis and prepare for the professional world in a placement.

	1	2	3
	periode
Arts and the Public Sphere	5 EC
Narrative, Mimesis, and Idenitity	5 EC
Optional course 1 keuzevak	5 EC
Arts and Brain in Culture		5 EC
Capita Selecta in Arts Education		5 EC
Optional course 2 keuzevak		5 EC
Ma Internship stage			10 EC
Master's Thesis afstuderen			20 EC

specialisaties

specialisatie Master's Placement

This Master's track includes an optional work placement for which you are awarded ECTS credit points.

It is your responsibility to find a placement yourself, but the Office for Student Affairs can offer help with this where necessary.

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs	100% en
avondonderwijs	n.v.t.
afstandsonderwijs	n.v.t.

study guidance

If you have any questions or doubts about your studies, you can always contact the study advisor. He or she knows the ins and outs of the programme and can assist with your academic planning. Study advisors are impartial and everything discussed with them is treated confidentially. They can also help connect you with the necessary persons or departments to resolve your problems.

study abroad

Students are encouraged to do their placement (which may also consist of additional courses) in an international context.

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 september 2024

aanmelding deadline : 15 augustus 2024
collegegeld nog niet bekend

Please use this step-by-step guide for more information regarding your eligibility and your specific application procedure.

After you complete your application, the Admissions Board will assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, and will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies.

The Admissions Board will then determine whether:

direct admission is possible
a student has to complete a pre-Master's programme first
a student cannot be admitted

toelatingseisen

taaltoets
Additional requirements English: Minimum requirement of TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum of 21 on all items), or IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6 on all items). Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 180.

De stad

studievereniging

IK

IK is the study association of Arts, Culture and Media at the University of Groningen. IK organizes various study-related activities and aims to create an atmosphere in which students can study successfully. Activities organized by IK include an introduction camp, a careers week and a trip abroad.

Keuzehulp

1/45 RUG
Arts, Cognition and Criticism

€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur

12 eerstejaars

66% vrouw

? uur contacttijd/week

100% Engelstalig

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