Graphic Design and Art Direction
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Art & Design
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2025
Overview
MA in Graphic Design & Art Direction is designed for creative practitioners who wish to advance their knowledge, skills and specialism within the field of visual communication. You will develop a practice-led investigation within this broader context, actively constructing a bespoke body of design knowledge which combines theory, practice, research, entrepreneurship and innovation from a wide range of creative activities. You will be taught to question and expand your creative thinking and generic design process by developing your analytical skills; engaging in critical dialogues; working inde
Entry requirements
| Other conditions | portfolio · You will normally have a minimum 2:2 UK undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in a related subject and must submit a portfolio. |
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| Degree | 2:2 · Subjects: related subject · or above |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 and no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.
Fees
International students: £22,000 per year
UK students: £12,000 per year
UK/Home: £12,000 per year
International: £22,000 per year
Start dates
September 2025
Campus
- Manchester, United Kingdom
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