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MA Children's Publishing

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MA Children's Publishing course at Bath Spa University is designed for aspiring writers, illustrators, and publishers who want to specialize in creating content for children. Through a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical assignments, students will learn how to create engaging and imaginative stories, design eye-catching illustrations, and navigate the publishing industry. The course covers various aspects of children's publishing, including picture books, early readers, middle grade fiction, and young adult literature. Students will also gain an understanding of the current trends and challenges in the field, as well as the skills to develop a successful career in children's publishing.

Additional Information

The course is taught by experienced professionals in the industry, who share their knowledge and expertise on topics such as storytelling, character development, illustration techniques, and book production. Students will also have the opportunity to work with real-life publishers and authors, gaining valuable insights into the publishing process. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical assignments, giving students the chance to develop their skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Unlock Your Creativity and Secure Your Place in the World of Children's Publishing at Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University offers a unique opportunity for students to learn from experienced professionals in the field of children's publishing. The university's location in Bath provides access to a vibrant cultural scene, with numerous bookstores, libraries, and literary events. Additionally, the university's strong industry connections ensure that students are exposed to the latest trends and developments in the field, giving them a competitive edge in their future careers.

Why You Should Study This Course

Publishing at Bath Spa is characterised by innovative approaches, creative studio-based collaborative working and high-quality making across all published forms, from handmade and print to digital and live.

This practice-based subject involves creative experimentation, intellectual and critical engagement with ideas, research and stories. It involves the application of creativity, imagination, critical judgement and commercial awareness in the conceptualisation, shaping and production of engaging content. A distinctive feature of the course will be the creative-digital-tech approach to innovation, drawing on our expertise in both digital publishing and physical books for example story apps and pop-up books.

A particular strength of this MA is in picturebooks, which form a significant part of the international children's publishing industry. The international context is an important component of the course in terms of translation, rights, illustration, and sales; as is an awareness of audience, market and merchandise.

General Eligibility

Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher and evidence of two years of work experience; or successful completion of equivalent courses; or satisfactory preparation for the course through informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the Academic Chair

  • Copy of latest school credentials

  • Passport copy

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  • Visa Page copy

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Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students

What You'll Study

1 Module

This course includes or offers the following modules. Please check the programme document (below the main image on this page) for more information.

  • Multiplatform Publishing

  • Experiments in Book Print and Production

  • Story Lab

  • Visual Sequencing and Narrative

  • Extended Project or Dissertation.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

A mandatory English Language Test by Bath Spa University UK conducted in the Bath Spa University Academic Center RAK Campus; or IELTS (Academic) test results with an overall score of 6.0, minimum score of 5.5 for each skill/band.

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