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Master of Arts in Design (Illustration) Bath Spa University - Locksbrook Campus Bath Spa University - Locksbrook Campus, UK

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GBP 19520

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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81

TOEFL

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

This is a practical postgraduate course in Illustration, grounded in professional development and research. You’ll produce illustration projects in a collaborative and creative environment, working with and alongside students of Design, Visual Communication, Graphics, Textiles, as well as Photography and other Fine Art specialisms.

You’ll build a strong professional context for your practice and receive excellent academic and technical support from specialist practitioners, technical demonstrators, designers, researchers, theorists, professors and lecturers.

On successful completion of the course, your increased confidence and abilities will be clearly evident in the portfolio you’ve developed and you'll be ready to move into industry, or to continue to further study.

Working alongside other postgraduate students from Design, Textiles, Visual Communication, Graphics and Fine Art pathways, you’ll develop your own projects while undertaking practice-led research, theory and professional practice modules.

Specialist tutors and technicians will guide your progress, supporting you to create your own approach and make coherent and visually exciting Illustration outcomes.

You'll use subject-specific studios and workshops and have access to technical equipment, specialist software and computers. Our excellent art and design library provides access to printed books, ebooks, magazines and periodicals and a range of other resources through interlibrary loans. You will be supported by a dedicated art and design librarian and an enthusiastic team.

The MA Design (Illustration) programme culminates in a public exhibition at our Locskbrook Campus. Our aim is for you to graduate with a broad, informed outlook, a genuine and proven confidence in your abilities and the professional skills necessary to succeed in your chosen specialism.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 28 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026

Closed

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

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

    6.5 IELTS Score
    81 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    65 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    19520

    Tuition Fee
    (GBP)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (GBP)

    10539 Per year

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

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    Apply for up to £5,000 towards the cost of your first year fees for the 2026/27 academic year.

    If you are a high-achieving student from outside the UK and are entering undergraduate or postgraduate studies with us, you may benefit from the International Recruitment Office Scholarship.

    The following scholarships are available:

    • £5,000 off tuition fees for the first year of study (two scholarships available)
    • £1,000 off tuition fees for the first year of study (20 scholarships available)

    Criteria 

    This scholarship is for candidates who are joining Bath Spa University in September, entering either:

    • A three-year undergraduate programme
    • A one-year postgraduate programme
    To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, you must have already accepted your offer to study at Bath Spa University.
     

    Application deadline

    • Monday 8 June 2026

    How can I apply?

    Once you've received an offer letter for your chosen programme of study, you may submit the International Scholarships application form.

    Please read our advice on how to apply for an International Scholarship.

    How applications are judged

    The University Committee will review applications within one month of the application deadline. You will hear back from us following this review.


    India Scholarship

    Apply for up to £2,000 towards the cost of your first year fees in the 2026/27 academic year.

    Bath Spa University works with a number of regional offices to support its work across the world, and number of scholarships are available to support applicants from India.

    The following scholarships are available:

    • £2,000 off tuition fees for the first year of study (10 scholarships available)
    • £1,000 off tuition fees for the first year of study (20 scholarships available for the first 20 students who apply)

    Criteria

    The India Regional Office Scholarship is available to both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants.

    • Postgraduate students must achieve at least 70% in their degree.
    • Undergraduate students must achieve at least 70% overall in their 12th grade, for example, A-Levels.

    Applicants must first apply for their programme of study direct to Bath Spa University through our official University representative in India, and be processed through Bath Spa University India.

    Applicants can be from outside India, but must be processed through the regional office in India.

    To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, you must have already accepted your offer to study at Bath Spa University.
     

    Application deadline

    • Monday 8 June 2026

    How to apply

    Once you have received an offer letter for your chosen programme of study, you may submit the International Scholarships application form.

    Please read our advice on how to apply for an International Scholarship.

    How applications are judged

    The University Committee will review applications within one month of the application deadline. You will hear back from us following this review.

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