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MA Illustration and Digital Design

NCG · Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year

Tuition / year

£13,200 (≈ ₹16.1 lakh)

Intakes

September

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Course overview

MA Illustration and Digital Design is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at NCG in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, with intakes in September.

NCG is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityNCG (Public)
LocationNewcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
CourseMA Illustration and Digital Design
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaArts, Design & Media
Duration1 year
Tuition per year£13,200 (≈ ₹16.1 lakh)
IntakesSeptember
English requirementIELTS 6.0 (5.5 each), PTE 59 in each, TOEFL iBT 72

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is £13,200 a year, about ₹16.1 lakh.

2026/27 fee for all MA degrees; £11,700 after the £1,500 international scholarship

Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Graduate employment

80.3%

Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24

Average (median) salary

£23,900

≈ ₹29.2 lakh a year

Median annualised earnings

Job roles

  • Graphic designer
  • Illustrator
  • UX designer
  • Advertising art director
  • Animator
  • Web designer

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Adobe
  • Google
  • Meta
  • Apple
  • Microsoft
  • Canva
  • Spotify
  • Booking.com
  • WPP
  • Heineken

Eligibility

General entry requirements at NCG for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • The equivalent of a UK honours degree (Level 6). Some courses also ask for relevant work experience.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each), PTE 59 in each, TOEFL iBT 72.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component (degrees, top-ups and master's)
PTE Academic59 in each component (online version not accepted)
TOEFL iBT72 overall with 18 Reading, 20 Writing, 17 Listening, 20 Speaking (Home Edition not accepted)
WaiverA degree completed in the UK or a majority English-speaking country in the last five years

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Intakes

This course starts in: September.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UK

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Passport
  • Class 12 mark sheets, diploma or degree transcripts
  • English test result taken within two years of the start date
  • Deposit payment

Scholarships

  • NCUC International Student Scholarship

    Bachelor's, top-up and master's degrees

    Value: £1,500 off the tuition fee

    International applicants to degree-level programmes are considered automatically.

    Official page
All scholarships for the UK

About NCG

NCG is a group of seven further education colleges in Newcastle, Carlisle, Kidderminster, London and West Lancashire, whose higher education awards are made by NCG itself. International students study its degrees at Newcastle College University Centre (NCUC), mostly at the Rye Hill campus in Newcastle upon Tyne. NCUC lists about 30 degrees for international students, many of them one-year top-up degrees for students who already hold a diploma or foundation degree.

For Indian students, NCUC's main draw is cost: in 2026/27 the international fee was £13,200 a year for foundation, bachelor's, top-up and master's degrees, with an automatic £1,500 scholarship on degree-level courses.

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FAQs

What is the fee for MA Illustration and Digital Design at NCG?

The tuition for international students is £13,200 a year (about ₹16.1 lakh). 2026/27 fee for all MA degrees; £11,700 after the £1,500 international scholarship. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MA Illustration and Digital Design?

The course takes 1 year.

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each), PTE 59 in each, TOEFL iBT 72. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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  2. NCG homepage (opens in a new tab)
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  4. NCUC: international degrees (opens in a new tab)
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