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University of Reading: Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway
| Institution | University of Reading |
|---|---|
| Department | Typography and Graphic Communication |
| Web | https://www.reading.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0118 378 5289 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
The MA Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway 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 Typeface Design pathway allows for specialisation and a deeper engagement with Communication Design.
The Typeface Design pathway focuses on the development of multiscript typefaces for text-intensive applications. Students work on defining, planning, and designing a multiscript typeface family, exploring issues of character complements, the development of family styles across scripts, and the relationship of convention and modernity in typeface design.
- 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-typeface-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. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| EU | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
The MA Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway 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 Typeface Design pathway allows for specialisation and a deeper engagement with Communication Design.
The Typeface Design pathway focuses on the development of multiscript typefaces for text-intensive applications. Students work on defining, planning, and designing a multiscript typeface family, exploring issues of character complements, the development of family styles across scripts, and the relationship of convention and modernity in typeface design.
- 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-typeface-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. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| EU | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
The MA Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway 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 Typeface Design pathway allows for specialisation and a deeper engagement with Communication Design.
The Typeface Design pathway focuses on the development of multiscript typefaces for text-intensive applications. Students work on defining, planning, and designing a multiscript typeface family, exploring issues of character complements, the development of family styles across scripts, and the relationship of convention and modernity in typeface design.
Why study MA Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway at Reading?
-
The global reference programme in the field
-
First university-based pathway in this subject
-
Highly international student body, with a wide range of backgrounds
-
Pathway combines practical and academic elements into a signature model for design education
-
Design and research areas are global in perspective, with a wide variety of typographic scripts covered
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/typography-and-graphic-communication-pg/mres-typeface-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. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| EU | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
The MA Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway 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 Typeface Design pathway allows for specialisation and a deeper engagement with Communication Design.
The Typeface Design pathway focuses on the development of multiscript typefaces for text-intensive applications. Students work on defining, planning, and designing a multiscript typeface family, exploring issues of character complements, the development of family styles across scripts, and the relationship of convention and modernity in typeface design.
Why study MA Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway at Reading?
-
The global reference programme in the field
-
First university-based pathway in this subject
-
Highly international student body, with a wide range of backgrounds
-
Pathway combines practical and academic elements into a signature model for design education
-
Design and research areas are global in perspective, with a wide variety of typographic scripts covered
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/typography-and-graphic-communication-pg/mres-typeface-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. Shortlisted applicants are usually invited for interview. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| EU | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
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