Course Summary
The key aims of research in the School of Art & Design are to provide learners with generic and specific research skills, to generate study at the highest level into the meaning, processes and effects of Art & Design; and to promote the public domain relevance of this work within cultural, social and economic contexts.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Postgraduate application forms are available from the School of Art & Design, or the Graduate Studies and Research Office at the Moylish Park Campus. Applicants are required to provide a CV and an outline for their Research Proposal, to include:
The aims and objectives of the proposed research, The likely research method, A work programme giving the different stages of the proposed project and indicating the time-frame for achieving the stated aims and objectives.
The initial application is for entry to the MA by Research and Thesis programme; learners can then apply at a later stage for progression to the PhD programme.
International Applicants
Non-EU applicants should apply directly to the International Office at LIT allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Applications for September start should be made by July 1st at the latest.
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Application Details
Start date: TBC
Location: Clare Street
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.