MA CREATIVE PRACTICE

THE CHANGEMAKERS

MA CREATIVE PRACTICE

THE CHANGEMAKERS

MA CREATIVE PRACTICE

THE CHANGEMAKERS

Make change. Build momentum. Create lasting impact.
You want your work to mean something. To shift thinking, spark action, or serve a bigger purpose. The Make Happen Programme gives you the tools, support and momentum to move from intention to impact. No formulas. No fluff. Just a clear path to making the difference only you can make.

Make change. Build momentum. Create impact.
You’re ready to do work that matters. To turn ideas into action.
We’ll help you get there—with tools, support and a path that fits you.
No fluff. No formulas. Just what works.

IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR YOU?

IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR YOU?

IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR YOU?

You’ve been dreaming, planning, advocating, building something that could make a real difference. Maybe you’ve started. Maybe you’ve been waiting for the right moment. The Make Happen Programme is here to help you move from vision to impact—with the structure, support and momentum to get into meaningful action and keep going.

Try our quiz to see if it might be a good fit for you.

You care about something bigger. You’ve got ideas, energy, maybe even a plan.
What you need now is traction.
We’ll help you turn purpose into action—with the support, structure and momentum to make change happen.

Try our quiz to see if it might be a good fit for you.

You care about something bigger. You’ve got ideas, energy, maybe even a plan.
What you need now is traction.
We’ll help you turn purpose into action—with the support, structure and momentum to make change happen.

Try our quiz to see if it might be a good fit for you.

A masters degree in making things happen!

A masters degree in making things happen!

A masters degree in making things happen!

  • Eligible for student finance (UK students)

  • A fully accredited Masters Degree

  • Flexible online Tuition.

  • No tedious dissertations, focus on your creative practice all year.

Unique features.

Unique features.

  • Build change from day one
    Don’t wait for permission. Start shaping your initiative, campaign, or social enterprise immediately. Learn through action, gain traction, and create impact as you go.

  • Collaborate with purpose
    Join a committed community of changemakers who understand the power and complexity of doing meaningful work. Share, learn, and grow alongside people driven by purpose.

  • Three immersive impact retreats
    Step away from daily distractions to refuel your vision. Dive deep at inspiring European locations designed to spark clarity, collaboration, and lasting breakthroughs.

  • Weekly momentum huddles
    Keep your mission moving forward with structured support, accountability, and regular check-ins to sustain your progress and motivation.

  • Personal mentorship
    Get tailored, one-to-one guidance from mentors who understand the art of meaningful change—helping you build something authentic, visible, and lasting.


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PROGRAMME DETAILS

UCAS DETAILS

MA Creative Practice
University: Plymouth Marjon
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Location: Make Happen Institute (Bristol)
Campus Code: S

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Undergraduate course in related field and/or relevant experience.*

*Don’t be put off we make exceptions for the super committed candidate.

As part of your application, you will be required to submit a simple proposal for your major project. This will then be followed by an interview.

FINANCE

Course Fees £10,500

Eligible for Government Student Finance. See government website for details.



FEES INCLUDE

Full Tuition

Accreditation

Full board at residentials.*

Personal mentor


*excludes travel to Sweden

WHEN YOU CAN START

January 2025 Full-time

FULL. NOW CLOSED.

September 2025 Full-time

APPLICATION DEADLINES
ROUND 1 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 2 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 3 : Open until 3rd June.

BOOTCAMP DATES

Residential 1 - Possibility: Early October 2025

Residential 2 - Engagement: Early March 2026

Residential 3 - Sustain: Mid September 2026

January 2026 Full-time

APPLICATION DEADLINES
ROUND 1 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 2 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 3 : Open until 3rd June.

BOOTCAMP DATES

Residential 1 - Possibility: Mid January 2026

Residential 2 - Engagement: Late May 2026 

Residential 3 - Sustain: Early January 2027 

(subject to change)

September 2026 Full-time

Applications Not Open At This Time

PROGRAMME DETAILS

UCAS DETAILS

MA Creative Practice
University: Plymouth Marjon
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Location: Make Happen Institute (Bristol)
Campus Code: S

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Undergraduate course in related field and/or relevant experience.*

*Don’t be put off we make exceptions for the super committed candidate.

As part of your application, you will be required to submit a simple proposal for your major project. This will then be followed by an interview.

FINANCE

Course Fees £10,500

Eligible for Government Student Finance. See government website for details.



FEES INCLUDE

Full Tuition

Accreditation

Full board at residentials.*

Personal mentor


*excludes travel to Sweden

WHEN YOU CAN START

January 2025 Full-time

FULL. NOW CLOSED.

September 2025 Full-time

APPLICATION DEADLINES
ROUND 1 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 2 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 3 : Open until 3rd June.

BOOTCAMP DATES

Residential 1 - Possibility: Early October 2025

Residential 2 - Engagement: Early March 2026

Residential 3 - Sustain: Mid September 2026

January 2026 Full-time

APPLICATION DEADLINES
ROUND 1 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 2 :
Now Closed.
ROUND 3 : Open until 3rd June.

BOOTCAMP DATES

Residential 1 - Possibility: Mid January 2026

Residential 2 - Engagement: Late May 2026 

Residential 3 - Sustain: Early January 2027 

(subject to change)

September 2026 Full-time

Applications Not Open At This Time

PROGRAMME DETAILS

UCAS DETAILS

MA Creative Practice
University: Plymouth Marjon
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Location: Make Happen Institute (Bristol)
Campus Code: S

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Undergraduate course in related field and/or relevant experience.*

*Don’t be put off we make exceptions for the super committed candidate.

As part of your application, you will be required to submit a simple proposal for your major project. This will then be followed by an interview.

FINANCE

Course Fees £10,500

Eligible for Government Student Finance. See government website for details.

FEES INCLUDE

Full Tuition

Accreditation

Full board at residentials.*

Personal mentor


*excludes travel to Sweden

A MASTERS IN MAKING HAPPEN…

A MASTERS IN MAKING HAPPEN…

  • Eligible for student finance (UK students)

  • A fully accredited Masters Degree (Plymouth Marjon University)

  • Flexible online Tuition.

  • No tedious dissertations, focus on your creative practice all year.

  • 3 x Residential bootcamps in Sweden

  • Regular productivity huddles to keep you on track and accountable with your filmmaking.

  • Mentoring from people who GET what it's like being a diverse creative.

Get our comprehensive guide to the programme for those that don't want to be stuck in a box.

Get our comprehensive guide to the programme for those that don't want to be stuck in a box.

Get our comprehensive guide to the programme for those that don't want to be stuck in a box.

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Interested? Take our quiz and see if you're a good fit.

Could be the beginning of changing your life!

Interested? Take our quiz and see if you're a good fit.

Could be the beginning of changing your life!

Interested? Take our quiz and see if you're a good fit.

Could be the beginning of changing your life!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is a Masters Programme for me?

Many people are put off by Masters study as they assume it will be all essays and no action. Our programme is VERY different. Whilst you still earn a rigorous qualification, you will focus on action. And there are no essays/dissertations.

HOW DOES FINANCE WORK?

Masters programmes are inevitably very expensive… and with several residentials included in the cost ours is not one of the cheaper ones. Government finance is available for most UK residents applying for our programme.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is a Masters Programme for me?

Many people are put off by Masters study as they assume it will be all essays and no action. Our programme is VERY different. Whilst you still earn a rigorous qualification, you will focus on action. And there are no essays/dissertations.

HOW DOES FINANCE WORK?

Masters programmes are inevitably very expensive… and with several residentials included in the cost ours is not one of the cheaper ones. Government finance is available for most UK residents applying for our programme.