Programme Leader MLitt Curational Practice Contemporary Art

The Glasgow School of Art, School of Fine Art is inviting applications for the position of Programme Leader MLitt Curatorial Practice (Contemporary Art) (0.6 FTE)

The MLitt Curatorial Practice (Contemporary Art) (CP(CA)) is a 12-month Master’s programme run jointly between The School of Fine Art (GSA) and The School of Culture and Creative Arts (University of Glasgow), aimed at graduates wishing to develop a curatorial pathway within the field of contemporary visual arts and other cultural fields. The programme is structured to enable and support students to pursue independent and self-directed work, alongside the practical, intellectual, and professional foundations for future curatorial roles or contexts.

As Programme Leader for CP(CA) you will work closely with the Head of School of Fine Art, the Post-Graduate Programme Director, and other Heads of Department as a member of the School of Fine Art Senior Management Team. You will have overarching responsibility for the academic development and delivery of the MLitt CP(CA) programme, working in close partnership with the 0.4FTE colleague from the University of Glasgow’s School of Culture and Creative Arts.

The successful applicant will have extensive knowledge of curatorial practice and contemporary art, and significant experience in Higher Education.

The programme has a strong identity rooted in exploring and contributing to the cultural and curatorial ecosystems of Scotland and Glasgow within a global context. Your experience, or willingness to actively engage in this will be essential as you continue to foster dynamic relationships between the programme, the local cultural landscape and the international community.

You will be able to demonstrate a commitment to decentralised approaches to curation and education. We seek a leader capable of promoting inclusive practices. You will engage an internationally diverse cohort of students in exploring diverse audiences, histories, practices, and cultures of curation, challenging dominant Western paradigms. This will be a feature of your approach to education and, potentially, your research. You will be able to provide evidence of leading innovative and inclusive educational practices.

You will have a proven track record of high-quality research, and a willingness to take a proactive role in one the School of Fine Art’s research networks, positively contributing to the research community within the School and the GSA.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape a programme that plays a dynamic role in contemporary curatorial education, fostering connections between students and Glasgow’s rich cultural landscape.

Closing date for submission of completed applications: Friday 28th February 2025 23:59pm.

If you don’t currently have the right to work and live in the UK, we are able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Work Visas subject to UK Visa’s and Immigration (UKVI) requirements if the role meets the Home Office eligibility requirements. Details can be found on the Home Office website –

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The Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience.

We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art.

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