Course summary
Overview 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. Eligibility This course accepts UK, EU, and international students. Course highlights
- Produce inspiring graphic design, utilising our specialist workshops – including facilities for screen printing, etching and letterpress, laser cutting, dye sublimation printing and digital fabric printing, and the latest professional software and equipment employed by professionals in the industry
- Engage in strong critical dialogue with peers and academic staff in relation to your work
- Strengthen your understanding of graphic design through an in-depth, research-focused approach, which will help you to develop your confidence and bring creativity to your practical work
- Hear from inspirational guest speakers from the world of design
- Plan and produce a personal project to showcase your skills
Modules
Core modules
- A Question of Research (30 credits)
- Contextual Report (60 credits)
- Proposal (30 credits)
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through written and practical coursework. You'll get plenty of feedback throughout your study to ensure your research is on the right track.
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.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0. | |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 176 with no component score less than 169. | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 176 with no component score less than 169. | |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 91 with a minimum of 20 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking and 20 in Writing. | |
| PTE Academic | An overall score of 61 with a minimum of 54 in each skill. |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £8900 | Year 1 |
| England | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| International | £17200 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Students who are resident in EU countries: please note that the net fee is inclusive of the Transition Scholarship.
Fees are accurate at the time of publishing and are subject to change at any time without notice.
Fees may also go up in later years, in line with inflation.
Provider information
University of Portsmouth
University House
Winston Churchill Avenue
Portsmouth
PO1 2UP