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Master of Arts in Illustration

Manchester Metropolitan University

UK,England

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 22,000/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1992

Total Students: 38,000 +

Int. Students: 3,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

All Saints Building, All Saints, Manchester M15 6BH

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Illustration

Program Overview

In the 21st century, advancements in technology, shifts in media consumption, and evolving industry needs have opened new opportunities for illustrators as digital content creators, interactive media specialists, environmental designers, research communicators, marketing creators, educators, e-commerce designers, animation artists, and social advocates.

MA Illustration is tailored for creative practitioners aiming to advance their knowledge and skills in this dynamic field. It is ideal for those eager to explore the impact of new technologies and innovate with traditional processes.

The programme emphasises meaningful themes such as social justice, sustainability, and health and wellbeing. You will create thought-provoking work addressing contemporary issues and contributing to global conversations.

Through practice-led investigations, you will develop a bespoke body of design knowledge that integrates theory, practice, research, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The course promotes experimentation and aims for innovative and professional outcomes.

With access to state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty, and strong industry links, the programme supports you in driving your creative journey forward.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Portfolio Required

Yes

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 22,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Manchester Metropolitan University

CAD 9,207 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 89.0 Minimum Listening - 17.0 Minimum Reading - 18.0 Minimum Writing - 17.0 Minimum Speaking - 20.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 65.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities

We cultivate highly motivated, independent and creative thinkers who can transfer their skills into the creative marketplace, as entrepreneurial innovators, freelance practitioners and innovative team players. Past graduates predominantly achieve graduate-level positions or practise as sole traders, design studio artists, exhibiting artists, museum curators, archivists, researchers, academics, community practitioners, specialist technicians and filmmakers at national and international levels.

Scholarships

International scholarships and funding

Find out how you can get help with the cost of studying at Manchester Metropolitan.

If you want to study at university in the UK, a scholarship can be a big help.

Scholarships for international students in the UK come from two main sources, from:

The university they will attend
Other international organisations

Find a scholarship at Manchester Metropolitan

We offer four different types of scholarship for international students:

General and Chancellor’s international awards
Postgraduate scholarships for specific courses
Research grants
Sports scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.