2026-27 entry

Creative and Cultural Industries Management MSc

School of Languages, Arts and Societies, Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Our MSc Creative and Cultural Industries Management programme draws on the research, knowledge and workplace experience of a talented team of academics, who offer an excellent understanding of the business demands of managing creative enterprises and cultural organisations in the modern world.
  • Start date
    September 2026
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Attendance
    Full-time
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    Course description

    On our Creative and Cultural Industries Management MSc you'll learn the critical skills and essential knowledge you need to become a successful manager in the cultural and creative sector. You may also have the option to undertake an organisational project, giving you real-world work experience within a creative organisation.

    The city makes this programme unique. Sheffield is an exciting place to specialise in the creative and cultural industries, thanks to its internationally renowned museums and galleries, thriving music scene, and one of the largest regional theatre complexes outside London. The city regularly hosts high-profile exhibitions, as well as stages its own events in several pop-up and DIY venues. Sheffield is a city of makers and boasts a vibrant creative industries quarter, frequently sending its theatrical productions to the West End.

    This course explores a wide range of creative industries and cultural organisations. You’ll examine how creative enterprises operate, while developing the management skills needed to work within them. You’ll be encouraged to make use of Sheffield’s strong creative and cultural brands such as Museums Sheffield, S1, Showroom Cinema, and Sheffield Theatres. 

    Cultural field trips to experience creative programmes at various destinations are an integral part of this course, and guest speakers working in the sector provide professional expertise. Volunteering opportunities in the sector may also be available. You can also apply to base your dissertation on a project with a high-profile arts organisation or event in the city.

    Modules

    We're revising the curriculum of the course for this year of entry and are in the process of confirming the modules. The information here gives you an idea of the areas we expect the course to cover. There may be changes before you begin your studies. As you progress through your course, we’ll confirm additional details of the core and optional modules available to you.

    The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we will inform students and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.

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    Duration

    1 year full-time

    Teaching

    • Lectures
    • Seminars
    • Case studies
    • Group work for collaborative learning
    • Web-based discussion groups

    Assessment

    • Individual assignments
    • Group projects
    • End-of-semester examinations
    • Dissertation

    Throughout your studies you’ll experience hands-on workshops spanning music production, filmmaking, video games, cultural translation, digital marketing, arts administration and cultural entrepreneurship. From our small seminar groups to one-on-one supervision with dedicated academics, our multifaceted approach to learning combines theoretical frameworks with practical experience, ensuring you graduate with both deep understanding and real-world skills for today's creative economy.

    School

    The School of Languages, Arts and Societies takes an interdisciplinary approach to produce innovative research and teaching on a diverse range of disciplines, including music, languages and cultural studies. The school brings together world-class academics dedicated to providing an education that equips students to become experts in their field of study and the skills needed to excel in their future careers. It produces research that’s shaping some of the most pressing issues of the day.

    This course is offered in collaboration with the Management School, which holds a Triple Crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS). You'll learn from experts - many of the school’s academics are former industry professionals and they work closely with businesses. Many are also world-leading researchers - your education will draw on the most current management theories.

    You’ll be part of a dynamic and engaging course that puts you and your future at the heart of everything it does. We balance a rigorous academic foundation with practical skills to ensure you are ready for the world of work.

    Entry requirements

    Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in any subject.

    We also consider a wide range of international qualifications:

    Entry requirements for international students

    We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course.

    If required degree subjects and modules are listed, these are indicative only. Sometimes we may accept subjects or modules that aren’t listed, and sometimes we may not accept subjects or modules that are listed, depending on the content studied.

    English language requirements

    IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent

    Other English language qualifications we accept

    Other requirements

    We will not ask you to provide references or referee details as part of your application.

    We do not require a supporting statement for this programme.

    Pathway programme for international students

    If you're an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for a pre-masters programme in Business, Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.

    If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school.

    Fees and funding

    Field trip costs

    We recommend that you go on at least one of two organised field trips.

    • The Management School will pay for travel and accommodation.
    • You'll need to pay for food and drink. For each field trip, you'll need to provide a £50 deposit, which will be refunded after the trip.

    Funding for postgraduate taught courses

    Alumni discount

    Save up to £2,500 on your course fees

    Are you a Sheffield graduate? You could save up to £2,500 on your postgraduate taught course fees, subject to eligibility.

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    You can apply now using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It's a quick and easy process.

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