This Integrated Master’s model combines undergraduate and postgraduate study in one efficient, effective degree which will give you a strong creative theoretical background, as well as creative space to explore your own independent research and projects.
Studied 100% online and in a way that works for you, the Combined Arts courses bring expertise from across the creative disciplines; design, writing, illustration, visual communication, and fine art. You will choose one of two courses – Combined Arts: Creativity, or Combined Arts: Design Fundamentals – and through these courses, you will focus on in-demand skills aligned with future careers. With a focus on problem-based learning, you’ll grow as an engaged and innovative creative who can apply your knowledge to real-world problems.
We consider all applications on their own individual merit and potential.
We invite all applicants to an online interview to give them the opportunity to demonstrate this along with what inspires and motivates them in their field. We welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, whether you’ve specialised in STEM, the arts or humanities.
This course is delivered in an accelerated model, which means you earn your degree faster, as there are fewer breaks in the academic year. This an intensive learning model, focusing on the development of in-demand skills more quickly than a traditional full-time equivalent course. This means students will need to be committed to the programme, and the mode of study – including studying over the summer.
If you have any questions about how this course works and whether it may be suitable for you, please chat with one of our friendly course advisors.
You enter this programme at a BA degree level, requiring: minimum 96 UCAS Tariff points
We’ll welcome your application if you have formal or ‘certified’ learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges), or learning from work experience or self-study.
This is called Accreditation of Prior Learning, and should have been gained within the last five years, and be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications.
For applicants whose first language is English we require you to have or be working towards GCSE English Language Grade 4 (C), or equivalent.
If English is not your first language you will need to meet the same standard which is equivalent to the IELTS Academic 6.0 overall score, with at least 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. We accept a range of in country equivalencies and approved tests.
If you need a student visa to study in the UK, you may need to take a recognised language test. You can read our English Language Requirements for more information.
For more information about equivalent international qualifications or English language requirements please contact our friendly Course Advisors.
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