Illustration MA
University of Portsmouth
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MA - Master of Arts Degree

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MA - Master of Arts Degree

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On this MA Illustration degree course, youll build upon your already impressive illustration skills and develop your creative and technical abilities to postgraduate level. Whether youre an arts graduate or a professional returning to creative studies, youll be able to explore, question, and develop your practice through traditional and innovative techniques. Our academic team is made up of experienced practitioners in the field of artists books and zines, practice-based PhDs, and printmaking. ...Read more

On this MA Illustration degree course, you'll build upon your already impressive illustration skills and develop your creative and technical abilities to postgraduate level. Whether youre an arts graduate or a professional returning to creative studies, you'll be able to explore, question, and develop your practice through traditional and innovative techniques. Our academic team is made up of experienced practitioners in the field of artists' books and zines, practice-based PhDs, and printmaking. They'll provide the expertise and support you need to push your creative boundaries and find your individual artistic voice. This practice-led Masters in illustration will culminate in production of your own personal project, where you'll be able to define your role as a creative practitioner within a social, political, and historical context. With opportunities to network and publicise and market your work, you'll be better prepared to take your creative career to the next level once you graduate - whether by pursuing a career as an illustrator or in related fields such as art direction, design, and publishing.

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48/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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31st
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49th
What students say
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Mark
04 Dec 23

Studying illustration MA part time I have access to inspirational tutors who stretch and challenge me. We have fantastic technical support and excellent up to date facilities in..Read more

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Izzy
08 Nov 23

Friendly and helpful staff. Facilities are very good. Student support easy to contact and helpful...Read more

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£8,900 per year

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£8,900 per year

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£17,200 per year

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04 Dec 23
Illustration MA
Studying illustration MA part time I have access to inspirational tutors who stretch and challenge me. We have fantastic technical support and excellent up to date facilities in...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

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