MA Illustration
Course overview
This MA Illustration at the University of Gloucestershire will help you learn visual storytelling and explore your unique artistic voice. The programme encourages experimentation through regular creative practice, enabling students to develop a strong and distinctive illustration style.
Studying at the University of Gloucestershire offers added advantages, including access to high-quality creative facilities and a dedicated studio space where students can challenge and refine their illustration practice.
Students are encouraged to collaborate with peers from other creative disciplines and participate in projects such as the annual Creative Writing Anthology and degree shows, which showcase their work to potential clients and employers.
Entry requirements
International students who wish to study an MA in Illustration at the University of Gloucestershire must meet specific academic and English language requirements.
Grade Requirements:
- A minimum of a 2:2 classification in a relevant undergraduate degree is preferred.
English Language Requirements:
- International applicants should provide evidence of English proficiency, typically IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 (or equivalent), unless exempt.
Scholarships
Alumni Award
15% discount off the course tuition fee.
Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MA Illustration from the University of Gloucestershire progress into a variety of creative and professional roles, including:
- Freelance Illustrator (children’s books, editorial, games, animation)
- Concept Artist or Visual Storyteller
- Publication Designer and Commissioned Artist
- Self-Publishing and Zine Making
- Academic or Researcher (e.g. PhD-level study)
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MA Illustration at the University of Gloucestershire for international students is £18,490 for the first year of study. Please note that tuition fees are subject to annual review.
Admission
Step into the world of professional illustration with the MA Illustration at the University of Gloucestershire. Visit the university's website to apply. To learn more about this process, please speak with one of our trained counsellors.
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