University of the West of England - UWE Bristol - City Campus
University of the West of England - UWE Bristol - City Campus

City Campus at Arnolfini, Narrow Quay, Bristol, South West, United Kingdom

Master of Arts - Design Communication - Illustration (W29G12)

Master's Degree

Program Summary

In MA Design Communication: Illustration, students will consider the value of authentic visual narrative in the age of artificial intelligence, establishing sustainable new futures for the field.

Developed over decades, the interdisciplinary approach to the graphic arts has built a global profile for pushing the disciplines. Through a curriculum that encourages both conventional and unconventional means of creative inquiry, collaboration, and critical reflection, students will establish their own place in this exciting interdisciplinary field.

This culture of collective ambition, extensive technical resources and industry links is the launchpad into the profession.

As a creative student, students will be perfectly placed studying in Bristol. As a socially and politically progressive city, it’s widely recognised as one of the most creatively influential settings in the UK. The strong partnerships with local organisations mean they’ll benefit from their input, along with many valuable networking opportunities in this thriving creative context.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

66%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

5.5

Writing

5.5

Listening

5.5

Speaking

5.5

Reading

51

Writing

51

Listening

51

Speaking

51

Literacy

105

Conversation

105

Comprehension

105

Production

105

Program Intakes

Open date

September 24, 2024

Submission deadline

July 1, 2025

Open date

September 24, 2025

Submission deadline

July 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

1 year master's degree

Program Length

£12276 GBP

Cost of Living

£0 GBP

Application fee

£16000 GBP / First Year

Gross Tuition