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Study Details: MA Part Time: Up to 3 years (can be completed in 2 years if preferred), Full Time: within 1 year (September start), 16 months (January start) or 2 years with Advanced Practice (September or January start).
Master the future of creative visual communication with our MA Comics & Graphic Novels Degree.
Whether you're a recent graduate, a passionate creator, or a seasoned professional looking to step up, this course is your ultimate launchpad to success. You are taught by industry legends who have worked with Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Rebellion (2000AD), Shockdom, Dennis Publishing, and Vis Comic. This course is also designed with insights from experts behind The Walking Dead and Captain America.
You will normally have a first degree (2.2 minimum) in any subject along with an acceptable portfolio of work. In addition, international students will require IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. For general information please see our overview of entry requirements
As a graduate, practising creator or mid-career professional, you will engage in reflective creative practice at an advanced level.
Core modules
Adaption and Interpretation
Advanced Drawing for Comics
Comics Practice: Engaging with Industry
Developing a Personal Voice in Comics
Master’s Project: Comics
Pitching the Idea
Practice-based Research for the Visual Artist
Advanced practice (2 year full-time MA only)
Internship
Modules offered may vary.
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