Photography York St John University

Overview

The Photography MFA at York St John University provides a dedicated environment for artists to progress their creative practice and establish a professional identity. This postgraduate programme challenges you to transcend traditional boundaries in both thinking and making, ensuring your work remains relevant in a modern cultural landscape. You will be supported by expert staff to explore your potential as a global citizen through the lens of ethics and social justice.

Why Photography at York St John University?

Students benefit from a supportive community of artists and access to specialist facilities, including dedicated studios, darkrooms, and digital suites. The course offers significant industry exposure through guest speakers, technique classes, and networking opportunities. You will have the chance to participate in group exhibitions, field trips, and international study abroad programmes. Furthermore, the university provides platforms for you to present your work at student symposiums and engage directly with ongoing staff research.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 14700 per year
• National fee: GBP 4800 per year

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

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to move from experimental play to professional publication over two years. Modules may include:

• Experiment
• Coëxistents
• Explore
• Emerge
• Confirm
• Photography

Careers with Photography

This MFA is designed to increase your employability by providing direct industry exposure and transferable skills in creative problem-solving and critical writing. You will work with external partners across publishing, agencies, education, and exhibition sectors to build a professional network. Graduates are well-prepared for various roles within the creative industries, utilizing their advanced technical and theoretical knowledge.

Potential career paths include:

• Photographer
• Film and video editor
• Advertising art director
• Magazine features editor
• Press photographer

The university's careers service also provides lifelong support, offering guidance on CV writing, interview skills, and access to employer events to help you succeed in a competitive graduate market.