MA Children's Literature: Children's Book Illustration at Goldsmiths, University of London

Immerse yourself in the exploration of practical and professional approaches to children’s book illustration and writing for young children. This Masters is taught by Media, Communication and Cultural Studies, with some learning taking place in Education and Lifelong Learning. To refine your practical illustration skills and ideas by working on projects that focus on materials and their combination; colour, tone, creating atmosphere, addressing the reader, and the relationship of illustration to text.

Faculty: School of Mind Body and Society / School of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies  |  Department: Education and Lifelong Learning  |  Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules (compulsory modules): Inclusion and Diversity, Children's Book Illustration Practice, Picture Book Writing, Children's Illustration Practice Dissertation.

Career pathways

As a graduate of the MA in Children’s Literature: Children’s Book Illustration you will have gained the skills and knowledge to succeed as a freelance children’s book illustrator and author. In addition to honing your understanding of the children’s publishing industry, this degree will provide you with the professional skills to enter the industry with confidence.

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