Critics Programme 2020 (Critics Programme)

This programme has been developed by SOAS' Access and Student Success Team to celebrate Black History Month by intellectually engaging undergraduate students in critical analysis of a range of artifact screated by contemporary and historical visual, performing and written Black artists.

More specifically, this programme aims to:

  • Equip attendees to engage critically with art through facilitated activities
  • Provide a safe and creative space where attendees can practice academic writting, meet other students and develop skills
  • Inspire independent engagement with all arts and culture after the programme and more specifically with art prtoduced by artists of African descent.
  • Develop attendees’ confidence and resilience to foster a sense of belonging in creative spaces