MA Illustration
City Campus
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The Master of Arts (MA) in Illustration program at Nottingham Trent University offers students a comprehensive and innovative curriculum designed to develop their artistic skills, conceptual thinking, and storytelling abilities in the field of illustration. This program caters to individuals passionate about visual communication, artistic expression, and creative storytelling.
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Diverse Curriculum: The MA Illustration program provides a diverse curriculum that covers various facets of illustration, including traditional and digital techniques, visual narrative, character design, editorial illustration, and more.
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Creative Exploration: Students are encouraged to explore their creative vision, experiment with different illustration styles, and develop their unique artistic voices through hands-on projects and practical exercises.
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Industry Integration: The program maintains strong connections with the illustration industry through collaborations with professionals, guest lectures, workshops, and opportunities for internships, providing students with insights and practical experience.
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Innovation and Technology: The curriculum embraces innovation and technology in illustration, allowing students to explore digital tools, software, and techniques that enhance their creative process.
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Professional Portfolio: Throughout the program, students have the opportunity to build a comprehensive illustration portfolio that showcases their range of skills, versatility, and ability to convey complex concepts through visual storytelling.
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Professional Development: The program equips students with essential skills such as client communication, project management, and self-promotion, preparing them for a competitive industry.
Location
City Campus
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 15850
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications: International students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to hold a relevant undergraduate degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Percentage Requirement: NTU typically expects international students to have achieved a minimum of 65% or above in their previous academic qualifications. However, specific entry requirements may vary depending on the program and the country's educational system from which the student has graduated.
- English Language Proficiency: Similar to undergraduate programs, international students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to demonstrate English language proficiency. The accepted English language tests and minimum scores are the same as for undergraduate programs:
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no less than 6 in each component.
- TOEFL: A minimum score of 81 on the internet-based test (iBT).
- PTE: A minimum score of 62.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
These scholarships provide opportunities for talented students to pursue their studies at Nottingham Trent University:
- International Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: NTU offers the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for international students. This scholarship is highly competitive and awarded based on academic excellence, with a focus on the applicant's achievements and potential contributions to NTU and their chosen field of study.
- International Postgraduate Scholarship: NTU offers postgraduate scholarships for international students pursuing a master's degree or research program. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and can help cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- Country-Specific Scholarships:NTU offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships aim to attract talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and may have specific eligibility criteria, such as academic achievement or residency in a particular country. International students are advised to check the NTU website or contact the admissions office for information on country-specific scholarships.
- External Scholarships:NTU encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities. There are various organizations, foundations, and governments that offer scholarships to support international students studying in the UK. NTU provides guidance and resources to help students identify and apply for these external scholarships.
It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.
Graduates of the MA Illustration program from NTU have a wide array of exciting career opportunities within the illustration and creative industries.
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Illustrator: Graduates can work as professional illustrators, creating visual content for books, magazines, advertising, branding, packaging, and digital media.
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Editorial Illustrator: With a focus on storytelling, graduates can specialize in editorial illustration, visualizing concepts and narratives for newspapers, magazines, and online platforms.
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Children's Book Illustrator: Graduates can pursue careers as children's book illustrators, bringing stories to life through engaging and imaginative visual narratives.
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Character Designer: Graduates can work as character designers for animation, gaming, and entertainment industries, creating visually appealing and unique characters.
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Freelance Illustrator: Many graduates choose to work as freelance illustrators, offering their services to clients across various industries and projects.
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Art Director: With experience, graduates can advance into roles as art directors, overseeing the visual direction and creative aspects of illustration projects.
