Graphic Design MA
University of Portsmouth
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This MA Graphic Design course will deepen your understanding of graphic design and its associated disciplines and skills. Youll explore different design methodologies - such as typography and publication design - and apply them to ‘real-world’ situations. Youll 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 ...Read more

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.

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84/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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28th
CUG Ranking
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42nd
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Caitlin
19 Jun 25

It is local to me so location wise I am very familiar. I have found interactions with staff pleasant and helpful - I have truly felt they have cared about my education and done..Read more

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Bhuvan
25 Feb 25

The workshops and facilities are very impressive and so much helpful in the course am..Read more

Modules

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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.

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£9,400 per year

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Accommodation 104- 182 Weekly cost

£9,400 per year

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Students from England

Accommodation 104- 182 Weekly cost

£17,200 per year

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Accommodation 104- 182 Weekly cost

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Caitlin
19 Jun 25
Graphic Design - BA (Hons)
It is local to me so location wise I am very familiar. I have found interactions with staff pleasant and helpful - I have truly felt they have cared about my education and done...
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Bhuvan
25 Feb 25
Graphic Design MA
The workshops and facilities are very impressive and so much helpful in the course am...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a small and lively island city that contains everything students need....

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University of Portsmouth
University House, Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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