LJMU's MA in Graphic Design and Illustration advances your artistic development and helps you become a critically engaged practitioner.

• Develop your work in state-of-the-art workspaces and facilities
• Benefit from close links with industry and local creative agencies and professionals
• Visit key graphic design industry events
• Build a graphic design and illustration portfolio through collaborative projects with local festivals and creative ventures
• Take advantage of the generous Michael Pugh Thomas and Julia Carter Preston Legacy £1000 scholarships offered to postgraduate applicants

This course invites you to benefit from the tutelage of our industry networked academic team, dedicated to creating opportunities for you and the development of your artistic crossover projects.

The MA focuses on the cultural shifts at the centre of a rapidly moving Graphic Design and Illustration industry. It has been specially designed to place craft and production activities firmly at the heart of its research and your development experience.

On graduation you will be able to pursue a variety of careers in the established professions of graphic design and illustration. You will be equipped for traditional roles in graphics studios and creative agencies such as Senior Designer, Art Director, Studio Manager and Production Manager.