Course summary
The MA Communication Design: Information Design Pathway combines the development of practical skills with the study of historical and theoretical issues, in a world-class research-intensive environment*. MA Communication Design integrates shared elements of study and pathway-specific elements. This Information Design pathway allows for specialisation and a deeper engagement with communication design. The Information Design pathway focuses on the relationship between the presentation of information and user experience across different everyday applications and contexts of use. These include: data visualisation, document and user interface design, and wayfinding. Students examine and conceptualise services, experiences, and user journeys, and develop communication and visual systems that facilitate the effective delivery of complex information to users. For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/typography-and-graphic-communication-pg/ma-information-design
Modules
Sample modules may include: *Core *Reflective practice *Dissertation Check our website for more details about the course structure.
Entry requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent). 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. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11750 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £11750 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £11750 | Whole course |
| Wales | £11750 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £11750 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £11750 | Whole course |
| EU | £25850 | Whole course |
| International | £25850 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH