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Communication Design: Book Design Pathway at University of Reading - UCAS

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Course summary

MA Communication Design: Book Design combines the development of practical skills with the study of historical and theoretical issues, in a world-class research-intensive environment*. This course integrates shared elements of study and pathway-specific elements. This Book Design pathway allows for specialisation and a deeper engagement with Communication Design. The Book Design pathway combines practical design for printed books and digital publishing platforms with related theory and history of typographic design and visual culture. A lively studio environment is fostered through practical projects set by practising designers, and access to traditional and digital printing facilities.

  • The Department of Typography & Graphic Design is internationally renowned, with 100% of our research judged to be of international standing and 100% of our research impact classed as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’.
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-book-design

Modules

Sample modules may include: *Core *Reflective practice *Dissertation Check our website for more details of 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

Republic of Ireland £12050 Whole course
EU £26450 Whole course
England £12050 Whole course
Northern Ireland £12050 Whole course
Scotland £12050 Whole course
Wales £12050 Whole course
Channel Islands £12050 Whole course
International £26450 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.
Communication Design: Book Design Pathway at University of Reading - UCAS