Master of Art in New Arts Journalism
Application Deadline: March 1, 2011
Master of Arts in New Arts Journalism• The program’s curriculum includes courses in print production and design, photography, video, web-based formats, and the history and theory of contemporary art. Coursework also covers the format of reviews, features, critical essays, investigative reporting, features, and opinion pieces, in the context of cultural journalism.
• The New Arts Journalism faculty is composed of working critics and designers from major local and national publications.
• Numerous publishing opportunities are available through resources like SAIC’s award-winning F Newsmagazine and fnewsmagazine.com, local and national media, and class-created publications.
A second-year internship through SAIC’s Cooperative Education Internship Program allows students to work in a professional environment with various local and national companies. New Arts Journalism graduates have completed internships at MTV, The Nation, and various public relations firms, concentrating on promoting arts and cultural institutions.
Apply by March 1, 2011. Contact the Graduate Admissions Office at [email protected] with any questions about the application process. For application requirements and to apply online visit www.saic.edu/gradapp.
About the School of the Art Institute of Chicago
A nationally accredited leader in educating artists, designers, and scholars since 1866, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) offers undergraduate, graduate, and post-baccalaureate programs to nearly 3,200 students from across the globe. Located in the heart of Chicago, SAIC has an educational philosophy that is built upon an interdisciplinary approach to art and design, giving students unparalleled opportunities to develop their creative and critical abilities, while working with renowned faculty who include many of the leading practitioners in their fields. SAIC’s resources include the Art Institute of Chicago and its new Modern Wing; numerous special collections and programming venues provide students with exceptional exhibitions, screenings, lectures, and performances. For more information, please visit www.saic.edu.
