MA Art, Health and Well-being  MA Art, Health and Well-being Birmingham City University ../webroot/files/Institutions/cover_photo/1533724829Birmingham City University.jpg

Entry Requirements: ? A degree or equivalent in an art and design subject or appropriate health qualifications andor previous or concurrent experience in the use of the arts in community settings. ? We also welcome applications from those mature applicants who may not satisfy the normal entry requirements. Introduction to the course The course focuses on the interface between art, health and the social concept of well-being. It reflects theory, current policy and practice in relation to artists and creative people who wish to develop a professional practice in facilitating participatory arts in health and well-being contexts. The course has a particular focus on good practice in relation to ethical issues, the rights of people involved in participatory practices and the evaluation of art-based projects. It will equip you with the knowledge of two main approaches to participatory art practice ? art as therapy and the social aspects of art practice ? enabling you to understand where, and how, these apply to health and well-being agendas. Your learning experience The core staff delivering the course have considerable experience of working in the socialcommunity settings with a diverse range of people. Option module staff are artist practitioners and academics in fine art practice with wide ranging research interests. The course offers a balance between practical and theoretical learning through a range of learning and teaching approaches. You will leave the course with an appreciation of research methods and techniques appropriate to health and well-being agendas, as well as the professional knowledge that is required to practice in the field. Learning is predominately through lectures and seminars with opportunities for more practical approaches, using multimedia and technology, in the taught programme. Career prospects Community arts worker, mental health art programmes, regeneration art programmes, inclusive education programming, regional partnership development, public art initiatives, and evaluation and research.