Programme Leader MDes Graphic Design, Illustration

4 days ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom The Glasgow School of Art Full time

Programme Leader MDes Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography (GIP) Join to apply for the Programme Leader MDes Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography (GIP) role at The Glasgow School of Art The Glasgow School of Art is internationally recognised as one of Europe’s top university-level institutions in the visual creative disciplines. Based in the heart of Glasgow with connections across the globe, our studio-based teaching and world-leading research spans art, design, architecture, innovation and technology, making a significant difference to contemporary society. The School of Design welcomes applications to lead its popular one-year Masters in Graphics / Illustration / Photography at an exciting and pivotal time for the programme with a recently expanded staff team. The successful applicant will play a key role in shaping a relevant and ambitious curriculum, where exceptional academic leadership, truly student‑centred teaching and bold curriculum innovation informed by contemporary creative practice sit at the heart of the programme’s vision. The post holder will drive programme success, expand postgraduate provision and champion equality, diversity and accessibility, ensuring the MDes remains at the forefront of communication design education. They will contribute to research and knowledge exchange, support staff development and help extend GSA’s postgraduate reach locally, nationally and internationally. As a key member of the Design Senior Management Team, the successful applicant will take an active strategic role in strengthening the wider School of Design and enhancing its global reputation. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the next generation of designers within a renowned creative institution. Closing date for submission of completed applications: 06th January 2026 at 23:59 BTS Interviews for this post will take place on 05th February 2026 If you don’t currently have the right to work and live in the UK, we are able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Work Visas subject to UK Visa’s and Immigration (UKVI) requirements if the role meets the Home Office eligibility requirements. Details can be found on the Home Office website here. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact HRServicedesk@gsa.ac.uk Programme Leader MDes Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography (GIP) (1.0FTE) School of Design Location: Glasgow, G3 6RQ (campus based) Salary: Grade 8 (£58,225 - £67,468) Contract: 24 months Fixed Term Working pattern: 35 hours, Monday to Friday The Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience. We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art. To view our Fair Work statement, please click here and to view our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion documents here. Registered Charity Number SC012490. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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