Graphic Design, MA, at University of Portsmouth

Graphic Design, MA, University of Portsmouth

the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MA	Full-time, Part-time	1 - 2 year	September	GBP 0 per year	GBP 0 per year

About Graphic Design, MA - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

This MA Graphic Design course will deepen your understanding of graphic design and its associated disciplines and skills.

You'll explore different design methodologies – such as typography and publication design – and apply them to ‘real-world’ situations. You'll channel your design skills while creating professional links in various creative industries and communities.

This Master’s in Graphic Design will provide you with the expertise and support you need to develop your practice, sharpen your skills and grow your career in graphic design and other creative industries: opening up possibilities for future employment and entrepreneurship when you graduate.

If you’re an ambitious, intellectually curious creative looking to develop your work to meet the ever-changing demands of the creative industries, then our Graphic Design Master’s course is for you.

Course highlights

Produce inspiring graphic design, utilising our specialist workshops – including facilities for screen printing, etching and letterpress, laser cutting, dye sublimation printing and digital fabric printing, and the latest professional software and equipment employed by professionals in the industry
Engage in strong critical dialogue with peers and academic staff in relation to your work
Strengthen your understanding of graphic design through an in-depth, research-focused approach, which will help you to develop your confidence and bring creativity to your practical work
Hear from inspirational guest speakers from the world of design
Plan and produce a personal project to showcase your skills

Career development

Careers this Master's in Graphic Design prepares you for

As a successful graduate of this course, you will have been encouraged to push your knowledge and skills in graphic design further than ever before.

Through seminars, project work and training, this Graphic Design Master's course will help you to engage in greater depth with the creative industries, pushing boundaries and challenging conventional thinking.

When you graduate, you'll have the necessary skills for a successful career in the graphic design profession. You might choose to set up your own design studio, step into a more senior role in a graphic design agency, or go on to further study.

Graduates of this course have gone onto roles in:

Graphic design
Typographic design
Type design
Website design
Digital media design
Magazine/book design and publishing
Television and film industries
Art direction
Design management
Research

Notes about fees for this course

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/masters-and-postgraduate-taught/fees-and-funding

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second-class honours degree in graphic design or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications. All applicants will be invited to attend an interview or be asked to submit a online portfolio in support of their application.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

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