Course Comparison
Course
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MA Photography | BA (Hons) Architecture |
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Award
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Master of Arts - MA | Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) |
Duration
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1 year | 3 years |
Assessment breakdown
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- | 100% coursework |
Course type
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Full-time, Part-time route available | Full-time |
Placement
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- | - |
Location
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Plymouth | Plymouth |
Provider
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School of Art, Design and Architecture | School of Art, Design and Architecture |
Entry requirements
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For entry to postgraduate level, you will normally need a 2:2 degree or above and evidence of a sustained engagement with fields such as photography, visual communication, film, journalism or environmental sciences, among others). The University also has substantial experience in supporting mature students and welcomes applicants in this category. Applicants with Accredited Prior Learning (APL) will be considered on an individual basis according to the University Regulations Framework. Students interested in transferring postgraduate credits will be considered on merit and current University regulations regarding transfer of credits from other institutions will apply. Applicants will be required to submit a portfolio with their application. International If you are an overseas applicant you will be required to attend an interview with a portfolio – a Skype interview and electronic portfolio are possible. You can check the compatibility of your qualifications with the UK equivalent through UK ECCTIS, who provide an advisory service. View our If your first language is not English then evidence of English proficiency is required. The minimum IELTS score for acceptable English proficiency for entry is normally 6.5, with a minimum 5.5 in all four components. We welcome applicants with international qualifications. For further advice on the appropriateness of overseas qualification and proficiency in the use of English, please contact our
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Digital portfolio You will be required to submit a digital portfolio demonstrating a range of creative skill sets.
A level A minimum of two A levels; General Studies accepted.
International Baccalaureate 26–34 points.
18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma DMM-DDM (Distinction Distinction Merit).
BTEC National Diploma modules If you hold a BTEC qualification, it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information, we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application.
All Access courses Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (preferably Art and Design or combined) with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction.
T level Merit in digital production, design and development.
GCSE Five passes including Mathematics and English Language grade C. Equivalent qualifications may be considered. Applicants who will require a Student (formerly Tier 4) visa to study in the UK Please note that if you are planning to complete further studies in Architecture, Student visa restrictions mean that you cannot undertake a Post-Part 1 placement in the UK but may be able to secure a placement year in your home country or elsewhere outside the UK, as other international students have done in the past. We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications, please refer to our
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