MA in Children's Publishing 24 months Postgraduate Programme By Bath Spa University |TopUniversities

MA in Children's Publishing

Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

14 Sep, 2026Application Deadline

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

At Bath Spa we take an innovative approach to publishing, so that when you graduate your skills will be up-to-date. Working in our industry-standard computer labs you’ll learn to create your own publications, from print to digital, using the Adobe Creative Suite, as well as industry events and experiences, such as live book events and podcasts.  

Children’s Publishing involves practice-based, creative experimentation, and intellectual and critical engagement with ideas, research and stories. You’ll learn how to use your creativity, imagination, critical judgement and commercial awareness to conceptualise, shape and produce engaging content. A creative-digital-tech approach is a distinctive feature of the course, drawing on our expertise in both digital and print publishing.

A particular strength of this MA is its full 360-degree coverage of the industry, allowing you to develop an awareness of audience, market and product development, and enhance your skills in anything from picture and activity books to young adult fiction (YA). You’ll gain valuable insight into the various departments of children’s publishers, from editorial and production to design and marketing, and learn about important aspects of  international publishing, including  translation, rights, illustration, and sales.

In-built flexibility enables you to tailor the course to suit your interests and chosen specialism, such as books for infants, educational books, children’s magazines or comics. You’ll graduate with a good understanding of the industry and a stunning professional portfolio demonstrating relevant knowledge and experience in your chosen specialism.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

At Bath Spa we take an innovative approach to publishing, so that when you graduate your skills will be up-to-date. Working in our industry-standard computer labs you’ll learn to create your own publications, from print to digital, using the Adobe Creative Suite, as well as industry events and experiences, such as live book events and podcasts.  

Children’s Publishing involves practice-based, creative experimentation, and intellectual and critical engagement with ideas, research and stories. You’ll learn how to use your creativity, imagination, critical judgement and commercial awareness to conceptualise, shape and produce engaging content. A creative-digital-tech approach is a distinctive feature of the course, drawing on our expertise in both digital and print publishing.

A particular strength of this MA is its full 360-degree coverage of the industry, allowing you to develop an awareness of audience, market and product development, and enhance your skills in anything from picture and activity books to young adult fiction (YA). You’ll gain valuable insight into the various departments of children’s publishers, from editorial and production to design and marketing, and learn about important aspects of  international publishing, including  translation, rights, illustration, and sales.

In-built flexibility enables you to tailor the course to suit your interests and chosen specialism, such as books for infants, educational books, children’s magazines or comics. You’ll graduate with a good understanding of the industry and a stunning professional portfolio demonstrating relevant knowledge and experience in your chosen specialism.

Admission Requirements

4.5+
120+
6.5+
65+
32+

14 Sep 2026
2 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
4,853 GBP

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