This course is designed for anyone interested in the history and future of the Creative and Cultural Industries - music, art, design and media. It would suit both those who work, or aspire to work, in the creative sector, and those thinking about studying the arts and media in the future. We will focus on the profound changes over the past two decades - globalisation, digitisation and convergence - and how these processes have transformed the structure of the industries, the relationship between producer and consumers, and the global market for artistic and creative goods. Alongside lectures and discussions on the latest academic perspectives on these changes, we will offer access to some industry insiders and practical sessions aimed at fostering critical thinking and developing transferable skills.

Course leader
Dr Caspar Melville

Target group
Current students, professionals + leisure learners

Course aim
On successful completion of the course, a student should be able to demonstrate the ability to:Identity the main Creative and Cultural Industries, and understand some of the key changes in these industries over the past decadeUnderstand some of the primary ways the Creative Industries have been analysed and understood within academiaHave acquired some core skills analysis, writing, editing and social media required for working in the Creative and Cultural Industries

Credits info
7.5 ECTS Please note that summer courses are not accredited by SOAS.Students are usually able to obtain credits from their home institution and typically our courses receive 3 credits in the US system and 7.5 ECTS in the European system. If you intend to claim credits from your home institution, please check the requirements with them before you enrol. We will be happy to assist you in any way we can, however please be aware that the decision to award credits rests with your home institution.Assessment will be optional and will vary for each course. Participants will be provided with a certificate of attendance and transcripts will be available on request.

Fee info
GBP 1400: TuitionA tuition fee of 1400 will be charged per 3 week programme. This figure does not include accommodation fees.Application feeA one-off, non-refundable application fee of 60 will be charged to cover administration costs. Please visit the SOAS online store to make your application fee payment.DiscountsAn early bird discount of 10% is available if fees are paid by 31 March 2015.15% discount for SOAS Alumni.20% discount for current SOAS students.Other discounts are available for partner institutions and groups, please contact us for further information.

Scholarships
SOAS, University of London offers a limited number of scholarships for participation in academic courses which are part of sessions 2 and 3 of the SOAS Academic Summer School 2015 programme. These scholarships are in the form of partial fee waivers to cur

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