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Glasgow School of Art: Communication Design
| Institution | Glasgow School of Art |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Design |
| Web | http://www.gsa.ac.uk |
| admissions@gsa.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 353 4500 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Master of Design (M.Des) in Communication Design is a two year programme delivered by the Department of Communication Design at The Glasgow School of Art. The programme is practice-led and process-oriented in relation to definitions of broad design practices. It is also committed to the acquisition of principles within design theory relating to educational and commercial contexts. The programme provides rigorous methods for the interrogation of visual and textual research, positing questions relating to the role of the designer in society, and fundamental questions regarding personal and social responsibility. Delivered via a series of taught workshops, tutorials, set and elective projects, lecture and seminar-based sessions and self-directed learning, the emphasis of the programme rationale is on the contemporary practices of communication design, underpinned by theoretical research, and the social, technological, and economic contexts of contemporary design practices.Students on the programme are expected to engage in a high level of self-directed learning, research, and independent critical reflection, as well as participating in taught elements All GSA degree programmes are validated by the University of Glasgow.
Master of Design - MDes
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Good degree in a relevant area plus portfolio of work. |
| Location | Garnethill Campus 167 Renfrew Street Glasgow G3 6RQ |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Channel Islands | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 25900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 25900 GBP for Year 1 |
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