Illustration: Authorial Practice MA
Falmouth University
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Evolve your authorial voice on this renowned studio-based master’s degree, joining a stimulating and collaborative community that encourages creative risk-taking and experimentation. As the only Illustration MA with a specific focus on authorial practice, this course will challenge you to shape your own authorial intent through a rich and varied programme of industry-led lectures, hands-on workshops, research projects and critical reflection. You’ll be supported by practising artists, ...Read more

Evolve your authorial voice on this renowned studio-based master’s degree, joining a stimulating and collaborative community that encourages creative risk-taking and experimentation. As the only Illustration MA with a specific focus on authorial practice, this course will challenge you to shape your own authorial intent through a rich and varied programme of industry-led lectures, hands-on workshops, research projects and critical reflection. You’ll be supported by practising artists, illustrators and published writers as you learn to use authorial illustration as a tool to engage with the world around you, developing creative autonomy and gaining the confidence and knowledge to forge a meaningful career in the creative industries. Study at Falmouth: Articulate your unique creative stance through a structured series of self-directed and collaborative projects Experiment across areas including life drawing, visual storytelling, creative writing, character development and visual language fundamentals, as well as the creation of print and digital publications, in a vibrant studio environment Develop skills in research, collaboration, project planning, design and production – essentials for a fulfilling creative career Meet a diverse range of international authorial practitioners and industry-based speakers, identifying publishing contexts, audiences and professional opportunities for your work

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57/279
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62nd
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Julia
06 Mar 25

Great university located in a beautiful coastal town. The staff are kind and supportive, and there to help students in times of need. The SU organises events which support..Read more

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Freya
25 Feb 25

Falmouth is such a beautiful town, with a great balance between academic and social life. With it being a small town, you wouldn't think there is much going on, but there are so..Read more

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Entry requirements

We welcome applications from those with relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications, or relevant equivalent experience, and a demonstrable interest in the subject. Well also welcome your application if you have formal or 'certified' learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges) and learning from work experience or self-study. This is called Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL), and should have been gained within the last five years, and be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications. APL applicants using experience to apply should note there is an application fee for entry with advanced standing or with exemption from specific modules or credit.

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£10,950 per year

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£19,950 per year

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Accommodation (Tuke House) Single bed, en-suite - 155.61 (Per Week)

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Julia
06 Mar 25
Illustration - BA (Hons)
Great university located in a beautiful coastal town. The staff are kind and supportive, and there to help students in times of need. The SU organises events which support...
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Freya
25 Feb 25
Illustration - BA (Hons)
Falmouth is such a beautiful town, with a great balance between academic and social life. With it being a small town, you wouldn't think there is much going on, but there are so...
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Falmouth University
Falmouth University , Falmouth

Falmouth University is a specialist creative university with a unique coastal location and a superb selection of postgraduate...

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Falmouth Campus Reception, Woodlane Falmouth Cornwall TR11 4RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmouth Town  0.4 miles away

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