Program Overview

Programmes

The National University of Singapore (NUS) offers a range of Master's Degree programmes. The programmes include:

• MSc (Artificial Intelligence & Innovation)
• MSc (Smart Industries and Digital Transformation)
  • Concurrent Degree Programme (CDP)
• MSc (Venture Creation)
• MSc (Environmental Management)
• Master of Computing
  • General Track
  • Computer Science Specialisation
  • Information Systems Specialisation
  • Infocomm Security Specialisation
• Master of Computing in Artificial Intelligence
• MSc in Digital Financial Technology
• MSc in Financial Engineering
• MSc in Business Analytics
• MSc (Biomedical Informatics)
• MSc in Sustainable Healthcare
• MSc in Behavioural and Implementation Sciences in Health
• MSc in Precision Health and Medicine
• MSc in Applied Biomedicine
• MSc in Infectious Disease Emergencies
• Master of Public Health
• MSc in Health Economics and Outcomes Research
• Master of Communication
  • Strategic Communication Specialisation
  • Data and Communication Specialisation
  • Global Media Communication Specialisation
• MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship)
• MA (Theatre and Performance Studies)
• MA (Coursework) in Japanese Visual Cultures
• MSocSci in Geopolitics of South Asia
• Master of Music Leadership
• More NUS Master's Degrees (Coursework)

MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship)

Overview

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Arts in Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship is offered by the Department of Communications and New Media in the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS). This programme is the first of its kind to be developed and launched in the region. It is a truly interdisciplinary programme, integrating the subjects of arts and culture with entrepreneurship and management, as well as the emerging technologies and digital expertise of the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0).

Why This Programme?

This programme provides students with exposure to the rich cultural resources at NUS and immerses them directly in the industry through internships and experiential learning. Students will gain world-class expertise offered by FASS faculty members, network with leaders in the arts and creative sectors, and be equipped with skills through application-led theory and practice for career progression.

Application for Admission

Application Period

The application period for the MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) programme is from 1 September to 30 November of the year preceding the intake year.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the NUS MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) programme is granted on a competitive basis. Applicants should possess the following minimum requirements:

• Academic: Bachelor's Degree (preferably with Honours) in a related field or equivalent
• Skill/Experience: For holders of undergraduate qualifications other than a Bachelor's Degree with Honours, two years of relevant work experience
• English Language: Applicants whose native tongue and medium of university instruction is not completely in English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum score of 100 (Internet-based) with minimum score of 22 for the writing section, or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum Academic score of 7.0 and minimum score of 6.0 in each band, or equivalent

Mode of Study and Programme Candidature

The NUS MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) programme is offered on a full-time or part-time basis. The estimated time to complete the programme is:

• Full-time: 12-24 months
• Part-time: 24-48 months

Programme Structure

The MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) is a 40-Unit coursework-based Master’s Degree programme comprising:

• Core/essential courses (8 Units)
• Elective courses (32 Units), of which at least 24 Units must be from the list of stipulated MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) Elective Courses

Core/Essential Courses

• NM5218: Cultural Policy (4 Units)
• ACE5401: Approaches to Arts & Cultural Entrepreneurship (4 Units)

Elective Courses

Students must complete a minimum of 24 Units from the following list of stipulated MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) Elective Courses:

• ACE5402: Final Year Project* (4 Units)
• ACE5403: Internship** (8 Units)
• ACE5404: Heritage: Peoples and Institutions (4 Units)
• ACE5405: Culture Industries and the Law (4 Units)
• ACE5406: Arts Business (4 Units)
• ACE5407: Museums, Exhibitions and the Curatorial (4 Units)
• ACE5408: Managing Cultural Events (4 Units)
• ACE5409: Arts Research and Social Practice (4 Units)
• ACE5410: Cultural Diplomacy and Intelligence (4 Units)
• ACE5411: Cultural Analytics and Informatics (4 Units)
• ACE5413: Consulting as an Advanced Communication & Career Skill (4 Units)
• ACE5414: International Culture & Communication Study Experience (4 Units)
• ACE5415: Sustainability and Creativity (4 Units)

Graduation Requirements

To graduate from the NUS MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) programme, students must meet the following requirements:

• Read and pass a total of 40 Units, comprising 12 Units of core/essential courses and 28 Units of elective courses
• Complete a minimum of 20 Units from the list of stipulated MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) Elective Courses
• Achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 (out of maximum 5.0)

Fees

The tuition fees for the MA (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) programme are:

• S$42,436.00 (excluding GST) / S$46,255.24 (including 9% GST)
• Application fee: S$54.50 (including 9% GST)
• Acceptance fee: S$5,000.00 (excluding GST)

Scholarships & Financial Assistance

The University offers various scholarships and financial assistance schemes, including:

• Communications and New Media Partial Scholarship
• Master of Arts (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) Study Awards
• NUS Master's by Coursework Enhanced Tuition Fee Rebate
• NUS Master's Degree by Coursework Tuition Fee Rebate
• SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme