Highlights
Tuition fee
18900 GBP / year
10200 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
18900 GBP / year
10200 GBP / year
Unknown
Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Leeds, United Kingdom
Campus location
Leeds, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Photography programme at Leeds Arts University is a postgraduate course designed for creative practitioners. This MA degree offers flexible study modes, including one year of full-time or two years of part-time study. It focuses on developing a unique creative vision through advanced research and professional practice.

Overview

The Photography programme at Leeds Arts University provides a dynamic environment for students to refine their creative vision and technical expertise. This course encourages innovation and experimentation, allowing practitioners to explore the medium through research-based investigations and critical analysis. Students are supported in resolving their projects into professional outputs such as exhibitions and digital platforms.

Why Photography at Leeds Arts University?

Students benefit from a collaborative environment where they work alongside peers from various postgraduate disciplines. The university provides access to professional-standard photographic equipment, digital print facilities, and fully rigged lighting studios. Academic staff are active practitioners who provide individual supervision and group tutorials to challenge and support your artistic growth.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

  • International fee: GBP 18900 per year
  • National fee: GBP 9900 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum combines specialist subject modules with transdisciplinary core modules focused on research and professional development. Modules may include:

  • Photographic Practices
  • Research Methods
  • Business-related modules
  • Project Proposals
  • Live Briefs
  • Independent Learning

Careers with Photography

The course emphasises the importance of identifying and engaging with specific audiences to ensure a sustained professional career. Graduates are equipped with the skills to work within the wider photographic community and creative industries. Potential career paths include professional photography, exhibition curation, publishing, and roles within digital media platforms.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Positioning
  • Engaging
  • Research Methods
  • Professional Practice
  • The Dissertation
  • Final Major Project

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Leeds, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • A 2:2 undergraduate UK honours degree or international equivalent 
  • or;
  • A degree-equivalent postgraduate diploma /professional qualification
  • Applicants who hold a degree from another discipline or have experiential learning in lieu of a degree that can demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills may also be considered for entry, subject to an interview and/or the submission of a satisfactory portfolio of work in support of their application.
  • Your portfolio is an important part of the application process. It is a collection of your work demonstrating how your skills and ideas have developed over time and helps us to evaluate your potential to succeed.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    18900 GBP / year
    ≈ 18900 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    10200 GBP / year
    ≈ 10200 GBP / year

Additional Details

  • National Students:  Part time - £4,950 / year

Living costs

Leeds

United Kingdom
637 - 1103 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Photography.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Home Student Alumni Award
Merit-based

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Leeds Arts University
Leeds, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

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Leeds Arts University
Leeds, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
International Partner University Scholarships
Merit-based

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Leeds Arts University
Leeds, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
International Vice Chancellor’s Scholarships
Merit-based

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Leeds Arts University
Leeds, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Aga Khan Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
Amber Scholarship For September Intake

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2027
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based

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AUFIN Education & Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
Go City Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 Sep 2027
Global Access Scholarships

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Institute of Customer Management
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2027
Rapid Formations Entrepreneur Scholarship

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Rapid Formations
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
1st Formations Business Scholarship

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1st Formations
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2026
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest

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Simmons and Fletcher
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available

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