MA by Research Typography and Graphic Communication
University of Reading
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Our MA by Research Typography and Graphic Communication course is a research-intensive programme that develops independent research and writing skills.Flexible structure allows you to tailor the programme to your personal interestsIdeal preparation for higher study and self-directed researchOpportunity to work with the Department’s world-class collections and archivesWHAT CAREER CAN YOU HAVE?This programme is the ideal preparation for starting or extending a career in teaching and research. It ...Read more

Our MA by Research Typography and Graphic Communication course is a research-intensive programme that develops independent research and writing skills.

  • Flexible structure allows you to tailor the programme to your personal interests
  • Ideal preparation for higher study and self-directed research
  • Opportunity to work with the Department’s world-class collections and archives

WHAT CAREER CAN YOU HAVE?

This programme is the ideal preparation for starting or extending a career in teaching and research. It covers working with primary and secondary sources, and enables the production of academic texts that evidence the key requirements for higher study. By including the preparation of a PhD proposal within its curriculum the programme allows graduates to apply for admission to PhD programmes directly after graduation.

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Xicheng
27 Jan 23

The diversity in the University creates a good environment to communicate to different students with different cultural backgrounds, which allow me to learn more. There are so..Read more

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Yasmin
22 Mar 22

Typography department is very run down. Library is great!..Read more

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Entry requirements

Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a design-related subject. For exceptional candidates without such a degree, you will need convincing evidence of relevant professional experience. In most cases, a relevant practice portfolio and an example of academic writing are also required.

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£10,800 per year

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£22,350 per year

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£22,350 per year

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Xicheng
27 Jan 23
PhD Typography and Graphic Communication
The diversity in the University creates a good environment to communicate to different students with different cultural backgrounds, which allow me to learn more. There are so...
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Yasmin
22 Mar 22
PhD Typography and Graphic Communication
Typography department is very run down. Library is great!...
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University of Reading
Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading Wokingham RG6 6AH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Custom House  0.7 miles away

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