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University of Reading: Communication Design: Graphic Design Pathway
| Institution | University of Reading |
|---|---|
| Department | Typography and Graphic Communication |
| Web | https://www.reading.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Develop practical skills in a research-intensive environment. You’ll study graphic design across a range of genres, building strong typographic skills within a user-centred design approach. Your project choices include briefs for editorial and book design, information design, and other communication design contexts.
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-graphic-design
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| 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. A relevant practice portfolio is essential. In most cases, an example of academic writing is also required. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| EU | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 16450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Develop practical skills in a research-intensive environment. You’ll study graphic design across a range of genres, building strong typographic skills within a user-centred design approach. Your project choices include briefs for editorial and book design, information design, and other communication design contexts.
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-graphic-design
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| 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. A relevant practice portfolio is essential. In most cases, an example of academic writing is also required. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| EU | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 18650 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Develop practical skills in a research-intensive environment. You’ll study graphic design across a range of genres, building strong typographic skills within a user-centred design approach. Your project choices include briefs for editorial and book design, information design, and other communication design contexts.
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-graphic-design
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| 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. A relevant practice portfolio is essential. In most cases, an example of academic writing is also required. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| EU | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 16450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Develop practical skills in a research-intensive environment. You’ll study graphic design across a range of genres, building strong typographic skills within a user-centred design approach. Your project choices include briefs for editorial and book design, information design, and other communication design contexts.
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-graphic-design
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| 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. A relevant practice portfolio is essential. In most cases, an example of academic writing is also required. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| EU | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9250 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 18650 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
**MA Communication Design: Graphic Design combines the development of practical skills with the study of historical and theoretical issues, in a world-class research-intensive environment.**
Working closely with global experts and established industry contributors, students develop their design skills within a framework of informed originality and excellence in practice. This approach brings together problem-solving for contemporary applications, contextual knowledge, sound professional judgement, and a reflective attitude to design exploration.
MA Communication Design integrates shared elements of study and pathway-specific elements. These pathways allow for specialisation and a deeper engagement with Communication Design.
Shared lectures, seminars and practical workshops enable students to develop fundamental knowledge of typography and specific areas of communication design. Additional taught sessions on reflective practice and research methods give students unique access to internationally significant collections and archives held by the University and the Department of Typography & Graphic Communication. These sessions equip students with the skills to interrogate original material for research, and provide insight into how practice connects with changing means of production, the wider historical context, and critical design discourse.
MA Communication Design combines elements of publication and editorial design with user-centred design, supported by advanced typography. Students work on projects that engage with text-intensive print and digital applications in each of these areas.
The Communication Design pathway equips graduates with the practical skills, intellectual attitude and lifelong learning abilities that are essential for a successful career in a rapidly evolving field. Graduates can expect to take up positions in branding and design studios, with publishers, and information design studios. Many of our graduates develop their own businesses, or take up managerial roles in creative firms. Previous employers have included Apple, Financial Times, Microsoft Typography, Monotype, Nokia, Oxford University Press and the Victoria & Albert Museum.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| EU | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 16450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
**MA Communication Design: Graphic Design combines the development of practical skills with the study of historical and theoretical issues, in a world-class research-intensive environment.**
Working closely with global experts and established industry contributors, students develop their design skills within a framework of informed originality and excellence in practice. This approach brings together problem-solving for contemporary applications, contextual knowledge, sound professional judgement, and a reflective attitude to design exploration.
MA Communication Design integrates shared elements of study and pathway-specific elements. These pathways allow for specialisation and a deeper engagement with Communication Design.
Shared lectures, seminars and practical workshops enable students to develop fundamental knowledge of typography and specific areas of communication design. Additional taught sessions on reflective practice and research methods give students unique access to internationally significant collections and archives held by the University and the Department of Typography & Graphic Communication. These sessions equip students with the skills to interrogate original material for research, and provide insight into how practice connects with changing means of production, the wider historical context, and critical design discourse.
MA Communication Design combines elements of publication and editorial design with user-centred design, supported by advanced typography. Students work on projects that engage with text-intensive print and digital applications in each of these areas.
The Communication Design pathway equips graduates with the practical skills, intellectual attitude and lifelong learning abilities that are essential for a successful career in a rapidly evolving field. Graduates can expect to take up positions in branding and design studios, with publishers, and information design studios. Many of our graduates develop their own businesses, or take up managerial roles in creative firms. Previous employers have included Apple, Financial Times, Microsoft Typography, Monotype, Nokia, Oxford University Press and the Victoria & Albert Museum.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| EU | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 7735 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 16450 GBP for Whole course |
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