Design (Visual Communication) MA
Bath Spa University
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This is a practical Master of Arts in Visual Communication Design, grounded in individual research, in which youll work alongside other postgraduate students from the Schools of Art and Design. Our view is that by integrating your methods with those in related fields, you’ll become a more effective specialist photographer, graphic designer or illustrator. At a time when boundaries between these disciplines are changing – and in some cases dissolving – this is particularly important.We encourage ...Read more

This is a practical Master of Arts in Visual Communication Design, grounded in individual research, in which you'll work alongside other postgraduate students from the Schools of Art and Design. Our view is that by integrating your methods with those in related fields, you’ll become a more effective specialist photographer, graphic designer or illustrator. At a time when boundaries between these disciplines are changing – and in some cases dissolving – this is particularly important.We encourage you to work independently and collaboratively, developing a strong contextualised approach to visual language, whilst building a strong professional and critical context for your practice. On successful completion of the course, your increased confidence and abilities will be clearly evident in the portfolios you've developed. Through contact with sector leaders, you'll be ready to move into industry, perhaps in a design agency or as a freelancer.

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CUG Subject Ranking
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40th
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92nd
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
26 May 21

In the three years here, I have learnt to broaden my skills and learn new techniques such as developing my own film or etching. I’ve made connections with other designers in the..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
03 Mar 15

First year has been challenging but I have enjoyed myself and look forward to next..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Youll need a good undergraduate degree in a design, visual communication or art specialism, or its equivalent in terms of learning or experience, and a good working knowledge of design, visual communication or art contexts. Fundamentally, youll be selected on your ability to thrive on this course, as demonstrated by your portfolio and interview.

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£9,950 per year

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£18,560 per year

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£18,560 per year

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Students from International

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Accommodation - Standard room with ensuite - Cost per week- 195.83

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Latest Visual Communication reviews

Visual Communication
Visual Communication
SR
Student Reviewer
26 May 21
Graphic Design - BA (Hons)
In the three years here, I have learnt to broaden my skills and learn new techniques such as developing my own film or etching. I’ve made connections with other designers in the...
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SR
Student Reviewer
03 Mar 15
Graphic Design - BA (Hons)
First year has been challenging but I have enjoyed myself and look forward to next...
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Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University , Bath

Bath Spa University offers a range of taught and research postgraduate courses across its two state-of-the-art campuses....

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Bath Spa University
Locksbrook Rd Bath Bath and North East Somerset BA1 3EL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Oldfield Park  0.2 miles away
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