The MA in Graphic Communication Design at the University of West London equips students with the knowledge and skills to embark on a career in the field of graphic design.

School: University of West London
Course: MA in Graphic Communication Design
Location: London, UK
Course dates: September 2025 to September 2o26
Application deadline: September 2025

The MA in Graphic Communication Design at the University of West London (UWL) is an enterprising and research-oriented creative practice course for both graphic designers wishing to expand their current practice and those who would like to enter the discipline from other creative fields.

The course will equip you with a combination of studio practice, technological advancement, design theory, research and entrepreneurial skills relevant to graphic design contexts.

Through a set of practice modules focused on typographic communication, collaborative practice for social change and design strategy, you'll explore visual and multi-sensory forms of communication to convey social, political and societal messages in imaginative and professional ways.

With open-ended assignments and some optional modules, you can tailor the course to your needs and build a portfolio that reflects your personal development prospects.

Incorporation of diverse teaching methods from problem-based workshops to live projects with industry partners will guide you to engage in current critical debates and tackle complex design challenges.

You will be linked to industry and a rich research community, taking part in live projects, attending designer-makers studios and going on industry-relevant field trips. You will also have access to a wide range of first-class creative facilities.

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