Study Conservation of Fine Art (Easel Paintings) MA at Northumbria University, Newcastle in the UK, Arts

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The MA Conservation of Fine Art programme (Works of Art on Paper) provides you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a career as a conservator of works of art on paper. This postgraduate programme aims to provide you with advanced knowledge and skills in both practice and research in the conservation of works of art on paper. Northumbria University’s Conservation of Fine Art MA is the only Masters programme in the UK that offers specialisms in both the conservation of Easel Painting and Works of Art on Paper. The programme aims to develop your skills in critical awareness, research, ethics and philosophy, art history, conservation science and the care of collections, in addition to honing the meticulous practical skills that are necessary in becoming a professional conservator. The combination of meticulous practical skill, a sound knowledge of science, and passion for art and art history will make this Masters programme of interest to those from both a science and arts background.

Which department am I in?

Arts

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

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Start date

September 2027

Venue

Newcastle City Campus

Sutherland Building, Northumberland Road,

Northumberland Road,

Newcastle-upon-Tyne,

Tyne and Wear,

NE1 8ST, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

Information not available

Please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Newcastle City Campus

Sutherland Building, Northumberland Road,

Northumberland Road,

Newcastle-upon-Tyne,

Tyne and Wear,

NE1 8ST, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, usually in chemistry, physics, art history or fine art, although applicants from other related fields will also be considered. Applicants with science backgrounds must have interest in learning about practical art, and arts graduates should have minimum grade B GCSE in Science or may choose to complete a specialist science course (such as Chemistry for Conservators run by IAP in London). This will strengthen their application.Applicants are required to have sound colour vision, manual dexterity, logical thought and the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to changing practical situations. Applicants should also appreciate the integrity of works of art and have a sensitivity of approach, along with a calm temperament and infinite patience.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.