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Master of Arts and Cultural Management

Masters.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Arts and Cultural Management prepares students for management careers across the arts, entertainment and cultural industries. The course builds knowledge and a practical skill base applicable to a broad range of art form contexts including film, theatre, dance, music and the visual arts. It also offers an optional internship placement and develops understanding of cultural policy development in local councils and government.

What you might learn

Students develop transferable management and leadership capabilities for arts and cultural organisations, with a focus on ethical, imaginative and resourceful professional practice. The program strengthens project management skills for small and large enterprises and builds capability in areas such as financial management and contract negotiation. It also supports professional networking and provides opportunities to apply learning through internship experience.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for management and leadership roles across arts, entertainment and cultural organisations in Australia and internationally. Career pathways may include arts and cultural management roles in venues, festivals, performing arts companies, museums and galleries, as well as roles linked to cultural policy in government or local councils. The internship option can help graduates build industry experience and professional networks to support entry into the sector.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0


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$48,992 per year

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Information

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2 years

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March, July

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Parkville

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175AA

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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