Master in MA Publishing | Publishing Masters Courses

At Northumbria University, tuition costs 19,850 GBP per year.

Innovating the Publishing Industry

The MA Publishing at Northumbria University is a unique, industry-led programme developed in collaboration with Hachette UK and New Writing North. Designed to bridge identified skills gaps, it offers students direct engagement with senior-level industry professionals, including those from the UK's third-largest trade and educational publisher.

Distinctive Industry Focus

This course stands out by integrating professional placement opportunities within a global publishing environment alongside live projects with New Writing North. Students learn editorial processes, market analysis, and the critical path of the book from commissioning to sales, using tools such as Nielsen BookScan to ensure career readiness in the 21st-century publishing landscape.

• Guaranteed placement opportunities with global partners.
• Teaching delivered by academics and industry veterans.
• Cross-sector collaboration addressing diversity and future skills gaps.
• Strong focus on employability, professional networking, and portfolio development.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.