MA Ceramics

MA Ceramics at Staffordshire University is recognised worldwide as one of the leading postgraduate programmes in ceramics for small and mass manufacture. Taught in Stoke-on-Trent, the home of UK ceramics for over 2 centuries in the Potteries, this long-established course consistently produces career-ready graduates that are in demand by leading ceramic companies both in the UK and overseas. With world-famous ceramic manufacturers quite literally on the doorstep, Stoke-on-Trent provides a unique venue for the study of ceramics. This course provides a design-led creative experience of ceramics within a broad subject context. Designing through intelligent making allows students to access ideas through a unique material. The deep knowledge of one material helps students to appreciate the opportunities in ceramics but also its translation into other materials and professional opportunities. Whether students’ personal aspirations are embedded in 2D surface and pattern, and or 3D shape, form and function. The relationship between the course and the global ceramic industry is mutually beneficial and is primarily responsible for the unique character and international reputation of the course. The strength of this award lies in the accumulated wealth of specialist knowledge and practical skills, which are the essential tools of the ceramics designer; and in the good working practices developed over many years. In the close working relationship with industry, and in the clarity of purpose that ensures academic coherence, and the credibility of the award.