Edinburgh Napier University

MSc Creative Advertising

Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom

Course overview

This is the most successful MSc course in the UK for aspiring creatives. We teach practical skills and an understanding of the industry required for a career in advertising. The world of advertising is fuelled by bright minds and creative thinkers.

It generates millions of messages that reach consumers via an ever-increasing number of channels. Around 200,000 people are employed in UK advertising design and marketing, and at its heart are the ‘creatives’. These art directors, copywriters, content creators and strategists are the creative powerhouse of the industry.

This course has been developed in collaboration with the Scottish Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) and is taught by leading practitioners. Typical entry point to this course is in September. Please enquire for more information.

Key highlights

  • Developed in collaboration with the Scottish Institute of Practitioners in Advertising
  • Taught by leading advertising industry practitioners
  • Teaches practical creative skills alongside understanding of the advertising industry
  • Prepares students for creative roles such as art director and copywriter

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include any discipline; or above

Scholarships

  • Harilela Scholarship

    Successful applicants will be awarded £2,500 towards the cost of their fees, paid directly to the University’s fees office.

    Up to £2,500
  • June Scholarship

    We have partial scholarships available for self-funded international applicants starting a course at Edinburgh Napier in June.

Careers this course leads to

  • Art director
  • Copywriter
  • Content creator
  • Creative strategist
  • Advertising creative

Cost of study

UK/Home: £8,030 | International: £20,540

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Edinburgh Napier University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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