MA in Children's Literature: Children's Illustration

What you'll study The core modules of this degree cover both the theoretical and the practical aspects of illustrating for children’s literature, with a module dedicated to learning the skills needed to successfully navigate the world of children’s publishing as a freelance illustrator. Core modules The core modules you will study are: Children’s Literature and Cultural Diversity (30 credits). Children’s Book Illustration Practice (30 credits). Children’s Publishing (30 credits). Children’s Book Illustration Final Project – portfolio and reflective essay (60 credits). Option modules In addition to the core modules, you will also have the opportunity to tailor your studies to your personal interests by choosing a 30 credit option module from the Department of Educational Studies, such as: Children’s Literature in Action. Race, Culture and Education. Early Childhood Education for a Diverse Society. Revisiting Practice. Download the programme specification for the 2018-19 intake. If you would like an earlier version of the programme specification, please contact the Quality Office. Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.