Children's Literature - Children's Illustration Goldsmiths, University of London

Overview

This Master’s degree provides a comprehensive exploration of children's book illustration, combining practical skills with theoretical knowledge. Students will engage in hands-on projects that emphasise the relationship between text and illustration, colour theory, and the creation of atmosphere in storytelling. The course is structured to enable students to refine their artistic abilities while also learning about the professional landscape of children's publishing.

Why Children's Literature - Children's Illustration at Goldsmiths?

Goldsmiths is renowned for its excellence in Media, Communication and Cultural Studies, ranked second in the UK for world-leading research. The university's connections with prominent publishers and industry professionals, such as Macmillan Children’s Books and Walker Books, offer students invaluable networking opportunities and insights into the publishing world. The state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated seminar rooms and a printmaking studio, support a vibrant learning environment.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the MA in Children's Literature - Children's Illustration are as follows:

• International students: £24,350 per year
• National students: £11,250 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum encompasses both the theoretical and practical dimensions of children's illustration, with modules designed to equip students with essential skills for a career in this field. The key modules include:

• Children’s Literature, Culture and Diversity (30 credits)
• Children's Book Illustration Practice (30 credits)
• Children's Publishing (30 credits)
• Children's Book Illustration: Final Project (60 credits)
• Picture Book Writing (30 credits)

Careers with Children's Literature - Children's Illustration

Graduates of this programme are well-prepared for careers as freelance illustrators and authors within the children's publishing sector. Alumni have successfully established themselves in various roles, leveraging their skills in illustration and writing. The course also facilitates connections with industry leaders through workshops and events, including visits to major book fairs, thereby enhancing employability in the competitive landscape of children's literature.