Comics and Graphic Novels MA
Teesside University
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MA - Master of Arts

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Teesside University Middlesbrough

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MA - Master of Arts

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Teesside University Middlesbrough

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MA - Master of Arts

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Teesside University Middlesbrough

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JAN-26

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16 Months

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Whether youre a recent graduate, a passionate creator, or a seasoned professional looking to step up, this course is your ultimate launchpad to success. You are taught by industry legends who have worked with Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Rebellion (2000AD), Shockdom, Dennis Publishing, and Vis Comic. This course is also designed with insights from experts behind The Walking Dead and Captain America.You gain:Career-focused modules: develop your unique style and connect with top industry ...Read more

Whether you're a recent graduate, a passionate creator, or a seasoned professional looking to step up, this course is your ultimate launchpad to success. You are taught by industry legends who have worked with Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Rebellion (2000AD), Shockdom, Dennis Publishing, and Vis Comic. This course is also designed with insights from experts behind The Walking Dead and Captain America.You gain:Career-focused modules: develop your unique style and connect with top industry professionals.Skill refinement: master the art of crafting and delivering killer pitches and presentations.Digital mastery: upgrade your technical skills and digital capabilities to stand out in the modern landscape.Audience insight: gain an advanced understanding of comic and graphic novel audiences and markets.Multimedia expertise: learn to engage audiences through print, galleries, screens and more.Deep research integration: enhance your knowledge and critical perspective with embedded research.Adobe Ninja: learn new workplace-ready creative skills with the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, included free of charge for Teesside University students.

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8/279
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60th
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90th

Modules

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Entry requirements

You will normally have a first degree (2.2 minimum) in any subject. You are expected to be a confident and independent learner with a good understanding of the design process, idea development and critical thinking. You are asked to present a portfolio of work or a completed project showing the development of your work from behind the scenes, or an ongoing project showing the progression and direction of your work.

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£8,365 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Cost of living Fee - Maintenance/Living Costs: £1,023 per month for areas outside London, for the duration of the course as stated on your letter/CAS, for a maximum period of 9 months (£9,207)

£17,000 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

Cost of living Fee - Maintenance/Living Costs: £1,023 per month for areas outside London, for the duration of the course as stated on your letter/CAS, for a maximum period of 9 months (£9,207)

£17,000 per year

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Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Cost of living Fee - Maintenance/Living Costs: £1,023 per month for areas outside London, for the duration of the course as stated on your letter/CAS, for a maximum period of 9 months (£9,207)

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Uni info

Teesside University
Tees Valley Middlesbrough North Yorkshire TS1 3BX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Middlesbrough  0.4 miles away

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