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Together we make, experiment and innovate. <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/apply">Apply now</a> to start studying at our specialist <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/pre-degree">Post-16 campus</a>, choose a <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses">BA (Hons) degree</a> with options available for <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate">September 2024</a> and <a href="https://www.plymouthart.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/january-starts-and-distance-learning">January 2025</a> starts, or explore the <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate">Postgraduate courses</a> we have available.

Our taught postgraduate programmes provide you with core Masters-level training in specialist disciplines, research methods, critical thinking, ethics, project design, professional codes and conceptual frameworks, and an opportunity for negotiated study using outstanding workshop facilities. Meet the academics who bring our postgraduate programmes to life.

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Dr Tom Milnes

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Jason Marks is a designer exploring crafted objects, 3D printing and design technologies. He has a degree in 3D Design, specialising in ceramics and an MA in Design from Central St Martins.

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Gayle Matthias is a Senior Lecturer & Course Leader for BA (Hons) Craft & Material Practices at Arts University Plymouth. Gayle is also a Subject Tutor in the postgraduate centre, applying her experience at the V&A and Museum of Glass to undergraduate and MA specialisms including ceramics, glass, and sculpture.

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Richard Kenton Webb

Award winning artist Richard Kenton Webb leads our BA (Hons) Painting, Drawing & Printmaking programme. Alongside more than 30 years experience in teaching at some of the most respected art colleges in the UK, Richard's work is exhibited and held in collections all over the world.

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Thomas Duggan at Tate St Ives 2019 'Alchemy in Art' - Photo by Alice Clough

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Jason Hirons

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William studied a Masters in Drawing at Arts University Plymouth and graduated in 2022 with a Distinction.

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Gabriel Van Ingen is Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for BA (Hons) Photography and BA (Hons) Commercial Photography at Arts University Plymouth.

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Considering Postgraduate Study?

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How to Apply

Meet the staff who teach across our cross-disciplinary community of makers and thinkers

Our Postgraduate Staff

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The Postgraduate Centre

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Fees, Finance & Funding

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Our Student Support team offers a team of specialist advisors who can provide MA students with information and guidance in a variety of areas, including finance and funding, disability support, counselling, health and wellbeing.

Student Support (Postgraduate)

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Our Postgraduate courses are delivered and supported through a diverse range of learning and teaching experiences. Here you’ll find fashion designers, ceramicists, games designers, fine artists and photographers, all sharing facilities and ideas.

Learning, Teaching & Assessment

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Read our latest update for new and returning postgraduate students, including opening times, term dates, enrolment information, reading weeks, and more.

Key Dates (Postgraduate)

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Is an MA the right choice for me? How can I fit it around my other commitments? What do I need in order to apply? See the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about postgraduate study.