MA Expanded Photography at University of Westminster

Programme overview

The Expanded Photography MA treats photography as an expanded field spanning virtual photography, photobooks, documentary, art, fashion, editorial, photojournalism and writing photography. It develops independent, ethical and sustainable practice and combines photography with image-related study. Taught at the Harrow campus.

Duration: 1 year full-time (part-time day also offered) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Contemporary Photography Contexts, Photography Practice and Innovation, MA Arts Master's Project, Professional Practice in the Creative Industries, Curatorial and Social Practices, Future Archives, Global Arts and Sustainable Futures, Image Futures, Interactive Art and Storytelling and Virtual Photography.

Career pathways

Graduates work as photographers and photographic artists and in the broader photographic, technology and creative sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a related subject area. Applicants submit two or three photography-based projects in a single portfolio file (preferably PDF) with images captioned with date, size and medium; the portfolio is the basis of an online interview on Teams. A personal statement is required. Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in writing and no element below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,355 a year (2027/28). UK fee per academic year, full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 16,610 a year (2027/28). International fee per academic year, full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time

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