MSc Creative Industries at University of Edinburgh

Programme overview

A one-year MSc preparing students for the creative sector through work with Edinburgh's creative and cultural organisations. It combines data analytics, creative thinking, cultural policy, business and intellectual property law to address challenges facing the sector.

What you will study

Students complete 180 credits: core courses on intellectual property rights in the creative industries, creative industries as cultural production systems and markets, and strategic consulting for creative and cultural organisations; optional Edinburgh Futures Institute courses; and a team-based final project.

Career pathways

The programme prepares graduates for leadership and management roles in sectors such as book and software publishing, film, music, theatre and broadcasting, and visual arts, with a focus on marketing, digital strategy and cultural policy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme (2027-28 entry): UK 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any discipline. Applicants with other professional qualifications or experience will also be considered. English language (all applicants, including UK nationals): IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component; TOEFL iBT (from 21 January 2026) 5.0 overall with at least 4.5 in each component. Application rounds: Round 1 apply by 14 December 2026; Round 2 apply by 31 May 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 18,900 a year (2027/28). MSc, one-year full-time, Home fee Source

International applicants: GBP 33,600 a year (2027/28). MSc, one-year full-time, Overseas/EU fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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