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MRes Creative Industries

University of Portsmouth

Location Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom
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University of Portsmouth
Study Level POSTGRADUATE
Duration 1-2 Years
Next Intake January, September
Tuition Fees £ 17,900-£18,600 per year
Entry Score IELTS Academic: Minimum 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (or equivalent TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo accepted).

Course Overview

The Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries at the University of Portsmouth offers a range of postgraduate creative programmes that combine theoretical study, research, and practical application across disciplines such as creative technologies, graphic design, media and communication, and broader creative industries research.

📌 MRes Creative Industries

A research‑based Master’s allowing you to tailor your study around a major research project in areas like design, media industries, theatre performance, visual culture and creative practice. Graduates may go on to PhD study, research roles, creative practice careers or specialist industry‑focused positions.

📌 MSc/MA Creative Technologies (e.g., Animation, XR, Games, Music Tech)

Focuses on creative and technical skills development in emerging media and immersive technologies, industry‑aligned portfolio work and advanced production skills for careers in animation, games, extended reality and music tech.

📌 MA Graphic Design

Develops advanced creative design capabilities — from typography and publication design to professional creative practice and industry networking.

📌 MA Media and Communication

Explores the evolving role of media and communication strategies across digital and traditional platforms, blending cultural analysis with practical and written work.

 

All of these programmes benefit from specialist facilities including studios, media labs, VR/AR tools, production equipment and collaborative spaces — helping students build professional portfolios and creative networks.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements:

✔ Recognised Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to UK honours) usually with a minimum second‑class classification.
✔ For creative pathways, relevant undergraduate study is recommended and sometimes portfolio submission may be requested (especially for design/creative tech).


English Language Proficiency:

✔ IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 (or equivalent TOEFL/PTE) is typically required.

Pre‑sessional English may be available if needed.


Additional Documents:

✔ Academic transcripts & degree certificates
✔ Valid passport copy
✔ CV/Resume
✔ Statement of Purpose (SOP) / research proposal (especially for MRes)
✔ English language test results
✔ Portfolio (for design or creative practice programmes if required)
✔ References (academic or professional)

Fees & Funding

International Tuition Fees (Bangladeshi Students):

MRes Creative Industries: ~£17,900 per year approx.
MSc/MA Creative Technologies: ~£18,600 per year approx.
MA Graphic Design / MA Media & Communication: similar fee range approx.

Scholarships & Funding:

✔ International postgraduate scholarships and bursaries may be available — check the official University of Portsmouth scholarships page for eligibility and deadlines.

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