How long is the Visual Practice MA at University of Sunderland?

The MA in Visual Practice at University of Sunderland has a duration of 1 Year.

Is Visual Practice at University of Sunderland full-time or part-time?

This MA is offered Full-time (other study modes may also be available — see the page for full options).

Where is the Visual Practice course taught?

The course is taught at Sunderland.

Visual Practice

Name: Visual Practice
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University of Sunderland

Last updated 24 March 2026

Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year Digital media, production, and technologyFilm studiesPhotographyArtFashion, textiles, and jewelleryGraphic designProduct design

About this course

Follow a chosen visual practice discipline, from Contemporary Fine Art, Photography, Glass, or Ceramics. Re-evaluate, experiment and test new ideas, while collaborating with peers to extend your contemporary practice. Grow your practice in a creatively stimulating environment and establish yourself as a creative professional.

This Masters will enable you to develop your personal visual practice and follow your own interests and aspirations. You'll follow a chosen pathway for the duration of your MA study, with the option to be awarded with one of the following:

MA Visual Practice: Contemporary Fine Art MA Visual Practice: Photography MA Visual Practice: Glass MA Visual Practice: Ceramics We do not have a ‘house style’, instead you'll be encouraged and supported to uncover your own focus through independent creativity. You’ll improve your technical ability through expert support, using our excellent facilities, and will develop academic skills in research and communication.

You'll work alongside a diverse range of established artists, theorists, writers, curators, and specialist technicians to develop your practice and professional career, and you'll meet, share practice, and collaborate with staff and peers from a variety of disciplines as part of the MA Visual Practice community.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MA

Location: Sunderland

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MA

Location: Sunderland

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:

3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators 3416 Arts officers, producers and directors 3116 Planning, process and production technicians 2472 Archivists, conservators and curators 4135 Library clerks and assistants 3422 Clothing, fashion and accessories designers

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Course Details

Qualification: MA
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 1 Year
Start Date: 2025
Academic Year: 2025
Campus / Location: Sunderland
Scheme: Postgraduate
Subjects: Digital media, production, and technology, Film studies, Photography, Art, Fashion, textiles, and jewellery, Graphic design, Product design

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