MA Illustration

Manchester Metropolitan University · Manchester, United Kingdom

MAEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The MA Illustration programme at Manchester Metropolitan University (School of Art and Design) is a MA programme delivered in English over 1 year (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This Master programme in Design provides advanced creative and conceptual training across multiple design disciplines, including product design, spatial design, visual communication, and design thinking methodology. Students develop a strong professional portfolio through studio-based projects, user research, and experimental design practice. Graduates work as designers, creative directors, and design consultants in studios, agencies, and corporate design departments.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £22,000/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £22,000/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Non-EU: International applicants advised to apply by end of June for September entry

Programme overview

DegreeMA
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultySchool of Art and Design

Official university

Manchester Metropolitan University

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£22,000	—	needs the fee

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