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Master of Art Curating

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Art Curating prepares you for professional practice in galleries, museums and contemporary art spaces. Delivered with input from leading institutions, it develops understanding of the cultural, theoretical, social, political and economic forces shaping collecting and exhibition systems. You will build professional and research skills through core units, electives and a capstone project or internship as a master’s coursework degree in art curating. The programme delivers postgraduate depth in theory, applied practice, and professional standards for specialist career progression.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles across the arts and cultural sector, including curatorial and collections work, exhibition planning and public programs, arts administration, research and writing, and roles in museums, galleries, artist-run initiatives and cultural organisations. The degree’s capstone internship or dissertation pathway supports industry experience or advanced research capability for professional practice as a master’s coursework qualification in art curating. Preparing graduates for advanced professional, specialist, and leadership roles in the discipline.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$51,300 per year

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CSP: A$17,399
Full Fee Paying: A$32,000

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Information

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2 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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MAARTCRT1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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