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Manchester Metropolitan University: Photography
| Institution | Manchester Metropolitan University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Digital Arts |
| Web | www.mmu.ac.uk/international |
| courses@mmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0161 247 6969 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
MA Photography is a practice-based programme designed to test, push and extend the boundaries of what contemporary photography is. With a specialist focus on the materials and technologies of publishing and exhibition making, you will work in a critical and supportive environment with a diverse group of interests. Through practical exploration and critical research, you will develop a unique practice tailored to your individual creative and professional ambitions.
Through hands-on exploration and critical research, you'll question and redefine photography, engaging with emerging technologies and ideas.
Based at the School of Digital Arts (SODA), you will join a vibrant community with access to a wide range of state-of-the-art facilities, including analogue and digital darkrooms, fully equipped photography studios, and 3D printing facilities based at PrintCity, as well as sound, green screen and editing suites.
Features and Benefits - You will join a course that fosters interesting and diverse engagement with external partners within Manchester, the region, nationally and internationally, including HOME, BBC (Media City), Manchester City and Regional Art Galleries, Open Eye Photography Gallery, Red Eye Photography Network, International Anthony Burgess Foundation and international partnerships in Europe, China, North America, India and Malaysia.
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You will become an integral part of the School of Digital Arts, home to a creative community of interdisciplinary research staff with expertise in diverse fields of practice such as animation, filmmaking, photography, games art, immersive arts and sound design.
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You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including analogue and digital darkrooms, fully equipped photography studios, and 3D printing facilities based at PrintCity, as well as sound, green screen and editing suites.
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You will benefit from our links to industry to build your network and access industry knowledge, with visiting speakers, guest lecturers and visits to galleries and exhibitions.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have at least a 2:2 undergraduate UK honours degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Photography; Digital Photography; Filmmaking; Digital Imaging; Fine Art; Illustration). Equivalent EU/international qualifications are also accepted. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Other professional qualifications will be considered on merit and/or with relevant professional experience. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English language qualification. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
MA Photography is a practice-based programme designed to test, push and extend the boundaries of what contemporary photography is. With a specialist focus on the materials and technologies of publishing and exhibition making, you will work in a critical and supportive environment with a diverse group of interests. Through practical exploration and critical research, you will develop a unique practice tailored to your individual creative and professional ambitions.
Through hands-on exploration and critical research, you'll question and redefine photography, engaging with emerging technologies and ideas.
Based at the School of Digital Arts (SODA), you will join a vibrant community with access to a wide range of state-of-the-art facilities, including analogue and digital darkrooms, fully equipped photography studios, and 3D printing facilities based at PrintCity, as well as sound, green screen and editing suites.
Features and Benefits - You will join a course that fosters interesting and diverse engagement with external partners within Manchester, the region, nationally and internationally, including HOME, BBC (Media City), Manchester City and Regional Art Galleries, Open Eye Photography Gallery, Red Eye Photography Network, International Anthony Burgess Foundation and international partnerships in Europe, China, North America, India and Malaysia.
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You will become an integral part of the School of Digital Arts, home to a creative community of interdisciplinary research staff with expertise in diverse fields of practice such as animation, filmmaking, photography, games art, immersive arts and sound design.
-
You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including analogue and digital darkrooms, fully equipped photography studios, and 3D printing facilities based at PrintCity, as well as sound, green screen and editing suites.
-
You will benefit from our links to industry to build your network and access industry knowledge, with visiting speakers, guest lecturers and visits to galleries and exhibitions.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have at least a 2:2 undergraduate UK honours degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Photography; Digital Photography; Filmmaking; Digital Imaging; Fine Art; Illustration). Equivalent EU/international qualifications are also accepted. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Other professional qualifications will be considered on merit and/or with relevant professional experience. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English language qualification. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
MA Photography provides a dynamic opportunity for you to test, push and extend the current boundaries of the photographic medium. You will explore photography through the medium’s rich critical and technological contexts, and develop your creative practice in line with your individual interests and professional ambitions.
As an photography student you will be part of the School of Digital Arts (SODA), where you will study in an environment that is purpose-built for today’s fast-moving creative and digital sectors. It will offer boundary-breaking and cross-disciplinary learning opportunities that reflects modern project-based working practices. It offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic creative community of sound designers, filmmakers, games developers and more. SODA is also home to staff from a wide range of disciplines, who are research active and experts in their chosen area and who enjoy well-established links to the wider creative media, arts and digital tech industries.
In addition to established photographic technologies, you will also have access to a wide range of digital equipment and facilities, including photographic studios, sound studios, green screen spaces, moving image studios and immersive spaces and technologies.
During the programme you will develop professional links with the creative community and industries both locally, nationally and internationally. For students and creative media professionals alike, SODA is well positioned within Manchester as a great place for building a network and developing your research and practice in the media, games and digital tech industries.
Features and Benefits - You will join a course that fosters interesting and diverse engagement with external partners within the Manchester, the region, nationally and internationally, including HOME, BBC (Media City), Manchester City and Regional Art Galleries, Open Eye Photography Gallery, Red Eye Photography Network, International Anthony Burgess Foundation and international partnerships in Europe, China, North America, India and Malaysia.
-
You will become an integral part of School of Digital Arts, home to a creative community of interdisciplinary research staff with expertise in diverse fields of practice such as Animation, Filmmaking, Photography, Games Art, Immersive Arts and Sound Design.
-
You will have the space, guidance and technical resources to enable you to develop your independent photographic practice, whilst taking advantage of the transdisciplinary activities provided by our offer of optional units and Co-Labs.
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You will have the opportunity to extend and develop your experience in the professional sphere by being introduced to our close links with national and international educational partners, research communities and strong links with the creative and digital sectors across the UK.
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By joining SODA at Manchester Met, you will become a part of the University’s dynamic research community within a city that is one of the fastest growing tech hubs in Europe with a burgeoning arts scene and creative industries sector.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have at least a 2:2 undergraduate UK honours degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Photography; Digital Photography; Filmmaking; Digital Imaging; Fine Art; Illustration). Equivalent EU/international qualifications are also accepted. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Other professional qualifications will be considered on merit and/or with relevant professional experience. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English language qualification. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
MA Photography provides a dynamic opportunity for you to test, push and extend the current boundaries of the photographic medium. You will explore photography through the medium’s rich critical and technological contexts, and develop your creative practice in line with your individual interests and professional ambitions.
As an photography student you will be part of the School of Digital Arts (SODA), where you will study in an environment that is purpose-built for today’s fast-moving creative and digital sectors. It will offer boundary-breaking and cross-disciplinary learning opportunities that reflects modern project-based working practices. It offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic creative community of sound designers, filmmakers, games developers and more. SODA is also home to staff from a wide range of disciplines, who are research active and experts in their chosen area and who enjoy well-established links to the wider creative media, arts and digital tech industries.
In addition to established photographic technologies, you will also have access to a wide range of digital equipment and facilities, including photographic studios, sound studios, green screen spaces, moving image studios and immersive spaces and technologies.
During the programme you will develop professional links with the creative community and industries both locally, nationally and internationally. For students and creative media professionals alike, SODA is well positioned within Manchester as a great place for building a network and developing your research and practice in the media, games and digital tech industries.
Features and Benefits - You will join a course that fosters interesting and diverse engagement with external partners within the Manchester, the region, nationally and internationally, including HOME, BBC (Media City), Manchester City and Regional Art Galleries, Open Eye Photography Gallery, Red Eye Photography Network, International Anthony Burgess Foundation and international partnerships in Europe, China, North America, India and Malaysia.
-
You will become an integral part of School of Digital Arts, home to a creative community of interdisciplinary research staff with expertise in diverse fields of practice such as Animation, Filmmaking, Photography, Games Art, Immersive Arts and Sound Design.
-
You will have the space, guidance and technical resources to enable you to develop your independent photographic practice, whilst taking advantage of the transdisciplinary activities provided by our offer of optional units and Co-Labs.
-
You will have the opportunity to extend and develop your experience in the professional sphere by being introduced to our close links with national and international educational partners, research communities and strong links with the creative and digital sectors across the UK.
-
By joining SODA at Manchester Met, you will become a part of the University’s dynamic research community within a city that is one of the fastest growing tech hubs in Europe with a burgeoning arts scene and creative industries sector.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have at least a 2:2 undergraduate UK honours degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Photography; Digital Photography; Filmmaking; Digital Imaging; Fine Art; Illustration). Equivalent EU/international qualifications are also accepted. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Other professional qualifications will be considered on merit and/or with relevant professional experience. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English language qualification. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognised institution that dates back to 1824, known for the quality of its teaching and world leading research. The University has been named Modern University of the Year (The Times Good University Guide 2026).
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