Communication Design: Graphic Design Pathway
Design, and Creative and Performing Arts
Taught
MA
Overview
Application Timeline
Tuition
- Whole course
| Student categories | Study | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | Part-time | |
| England | £11,750 | £11,750 |
| Northern Ireland | £11,750 | £11,750 |
| Scotland | £11,750 | £11,750 |
| Wales | £11,750 | £11,750 |
| Channel Islands | £11,750 | £11,750 |
| Republic of Ireland | £11,750 | £11,750 |
| EU | £25,850 | £25,850 |
| International | £25,850 | £25,850 |
Requirements
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Modules
Reflective practice
OptionalDissertation
Core
About
Program Structure
The MA Communication Design: Graphic Design program combines practical skill development with the exploration of historical and theoretical issues in a research-intensive environment.
Learning Environment
Students work closely with global experts and industry contributors, enhancing their design skills through a framework that emphasizes originality and excellence. The program focuses on:
- Problem-solving for contemporary applications
- Contextual knowledge
- Sound professional judgment
- Reflective attitude towards design exploration
Pathways and Specialization
MA Communication Design offers shared and pathway-specific...
Subject Area Information
Graphic design is a multifaceted discipline that combines art and technology to communicate ideas through visual content. Courses in graphic design are designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to create visually compelling and effective designs for a variety of media.
1. Introduction to Graphic Design
2. Typography
3. Digital Imaging
4. Web Design
5. Branding and Identity Design
6. Motion Graphics
7. Print Design
8. Portfolio Development
- Basic design skills
- Understanding of design software
- Appreciation for visual aesthetics
- Mastery of typefaces
- Font pairing
- Typographic hierarchy
- Proficiency in photo editing
- Image composition
- Digital painting
- HTML/CSS
- Responsive design
- Web usability
- Brand strategy
- Logo design
- Brand guidelines
- Animation techniques
- Video editing
- Storytelling through motion
- Layout design
- Print production
- Prepress processes
- Portfolio curation
- Presentation skills
- Self-promotion
Career
Upon completing a graphic design program, students can pursue a variety of careers that involve creating visual content for various media and platforms.
Graphic Designer
Creating visual content for print and digital media.
Web Designer
Designing websites and web applications.
UX/UI Designer
Focusing on the user experience and interface design of digital products.
Brand Designer
Developing visual identities for companies and products.
Motion Graphics Designer
Creating animated graphics for video and multimedia projects.
Art Director
Overseeing the visual aspects of advertising and media campaigns.
Illustrator
Producing custom illustrations for books, magazines, and other media.
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