Illustration

University of Portsmouth

Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year ArtFashion, textiles, and jewelleryGraphic designProduct design

Illustration MA is a postgraduate degree at University of Portsmouth, based in Portsmouth, taught full-time over 1 year.

About this course

Overview
If you’re ready to advance your career in architecture, then our MArch Architecture degree course is the ideal next step on your pathway to become a qualified architect.

This course leads to the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB) Part 2 exemption and teaches the professional and creative skills needed for a successful architectural career.

Our studio-based course offers a range of design studios which you can choose to join. Each has its own design ethos, theoretical positions, design briefs, and investigation methodologies.

You’ll unpack architectural topics such as urbanism, landscape, sustainability and culture, and broaden your existing knowledge, experience and skills into a postgraduate qualification.

Eligibility
This course accepts UK, EU, and international students.

Course highlights
- Develop the creative and professional abilities needed to become a practicing architect

- Engage in collaborative projects

- Attend guest lectures by practice directors, academic experts, and engineers, to deepen your industry knowledge – past ones include ACG, Design Engine, and Richard Sennett

- Showcase yourself to employers and local practices by taking part in Employers Evening and the End of Year Show

- Study a range of topics to enhance your abilities – from project management in architecture to using technology creatively and model making

- Learn what it takes to make a successful architectural practice and business

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Portsmouth
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Art, Fashion, textiles, and jewellery, Graphic design, Product design