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Master of Ceramics and Maker
Cardiff Metropolitan University
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
One-year full-time master's for artists, designers and makers working in ceramics, at the Llandaff campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Ceramics and Maker. Apply skills related to Three semesters of 30 to 60-credit modules
- Context and Methodologies parts 1 and 2
- Question. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Established artist
- Maker or designer
- PhD study
- Professional Doctorate in art or design
Curriculum
- Three semesters of 30 to 60-credit modules: Context and Methodologies parts 1 and 2
- Question
- Idea and a final Output module
- so students move from defining a question through developing an idea to producing a body of work. Exit awards are available at earlier points.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours degree
- Usually 2:2 or above
- In a relevant subject (or an equivalent professional qualification
- MBA also accepts management experience)
- Non-UK degrees are assessed by the Admissions team
- Some courses require an interview or portfolio
- IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 by course.
Accepted academic background
Honours degree, usually 2:2 or above, in a relevant subject (or a professional qualification, MBA also accepts five years of management experience), equivalence set by the Admissions team for non-UK degrees (country page: e.g. India four-year/three-year bachelor degree from a recognised institution), interview for some courses, portfolio for Art and Design
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing
- TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
- Portfolio of Work
How to apply
- Review the Ceramics and Maker admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Submit the required portfolio. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,600 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Llandaff Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Cardiff School of Art & Design |
| Department | Cardiff School of Art & Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff Metropolitan University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Ceramics and Maker. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
121 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
121 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 15 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £17,600 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing, TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course. A portfolio is required.