About the course

Our innovative transdisciplinary programme explores contemporary practices in image-making, curating and writing through eco-critical and posthumanist perspectives. Cutting-edge research methods, situated modes of practice and creative uses of technology combine in ethical and activist practices encouraging social and environmental responsibility and preparing you for your future career.

　　We encourage critical empowered learners who have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the subject, informed by current practice, scholarship and research.

　　Collaborate. Inform your individual photography practice with modules shared across other disciplines within the school.

　　Specialise. Grow and develop your artistic profile by choosing an elective module relevant to your career goals. Elective modules are available in areas such as storytelling, printmaking and environmental futures.

　　Experiment. Rigorous training in innovative art methodologies, which encourage experimentation, openness, originality and risk-taking, and encourages new conceptual and theoretical articulations that respond to our complex social and cultural world.

　　State-of-the-art facilities. Make the most of our cutting edge Digital Fabrication and Immersive Media Laboratories, photography studios and darkrooms, Media Hub and digital print facilities.

　　Professional network. Grow your professional profile by establishing professional and creative links with the city and wider creative sector. We will foster connections with other international centres of photography and extensive networks of individuals and organisations around Europe and globally to provide professional opportunities in the fields of exhibition, curation, teaching and publication.

　　Research informed teaching. Photography staff inform your learning with research in areas such as ecologies and the nonhuman, landscape and climate change, activist photography, place and community, and built environment. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£16,500

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Plymouth
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Plymouth

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Plymouth

For entry to postgraduate level, you will normally need a 2:1 degree or above and evidence of a sustained engagement with fields such as photography, writing or curating. We will consider students below 2:1 if they can demonstrate a strong portfolio or a record of professional experience.Applicants will be required to attend an interview, showing a portfolio of work and a 750-word proposal clearly describing the project that they will complete as part of one of their MA Photography modules. The proposal should contain subject of focus, creative approach, contextual research, scope and ambition.

　　If you are an overseas applicant you will be required to attend an interview with a portfolio – a Skype interview and electronic portfolio are possible.

　　You can check the compatibility of your qualifications with the UK equivalent through NARIC, who provide an advisory service.

　　IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (5.5 in all four components) , TOEFL ibt: 90

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Plymouth. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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