Leeds Arts University

Founded in 1846 as the Leeds Government School of Art and Design, Leeds Arts University has built an international reputation as one of the UK’s leading creative arts universities.

Leeds Arts University’s postgraduate courses include MAs in Advertising and Branding, Animation, Comic Art and Graphic Novel, Creative Practice, Creative Writing, Fashion, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration and Photography, delivered by expert tutors who are highly experienced in their creative field.

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Whichever subject you choose, you’ll benefit from valuable industry connections and networking opportunities including the chance to hear from leading industry speakers. You will have opportunities to attend events and exhibitions related to your specialism.

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Leeds Arts University is equipped for postgraduate study, and students can access a range of specialist facilities by arrangement. These include industry-standard audio/visual resources, film and photography studios, 3D resources, and print resources. Open working areas, a roof garden, café facilities, and a 24-hour student hub for provide opportunities for students across courses to meet, work and socialise together.

A specialist library supports postgraduate research with journal and database subscriptions, specialist collections of artists' books, and access to archived and current TV and radio programmes.

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If you're interested in studying at Leeds Arts University, the only specialist arts university in the North of England, come join us at our next postgraduate open day.