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    Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc

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    London, GBMScIn-person2 years
    £70,800.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    28%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    12
    Cohort
    students
    £90.00
    App fee

    Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL is a 2-year, in-person MSc program based in London, GB. Tuition is £70,800.

    About the program

    Two-year vocational program training in conservation of contemporary sculpture, installation, time-based media, conceptual, digital, performance-based and mixed media works. Combines hands-on practical training with engagement in theoretical debates on conservation ethics, stewardship and sector challenges.

    Focus: coursework
    9 (QS World University Rankings 2025)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 28, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Level 3: Overall score of 100 with 25/30 in reading and writing and 23/30 in speaking and listening (tests before 21 Jan 2026)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Level 3: Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 7.0 in each component

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (UK Graduate Route)

    £17,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL is £70,800.
    Is Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL online or in-person?
    Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL is offered in-person.
    How long does Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL take to complete?
    Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL is structured around 2 years.
    What GPA is required for Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL?
    Per the program's published guidance: Upper second-class (2:1) honours degree
    How competitive is Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL?
    Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media MSc at UCL reports an acceptance rate of approximately 28%.