15 Visual Communication MA Degree Programs

The Visual Communication Designers who design them must be aware of this complexity, the implications and impacts of their work; they must also be able to read in depth and critically the phenomena and messages to be communicated, consciously moving in the various areas in which they are elaborated and understanding the social and cultural contexts in which those messages will be placed.   

A master's degree from the world's leading centre for visual anthropology and sensory media.

MA Visual Communication: Graphic Design is an intensive contemporary programme that combines creative and professional development, experience within a nurturing, experimental, interdisciplinary, studio-based environment. The course is focused on the development of imaginative and conceptually distinctive visual practices, in which qualities of invention and discovery are underpinned by rigorous specialist expertise, preparing students to achieve a broad range of creative ambitions.  

BSBI, in partnership with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), offers the MA Visual Communication programme as part of its Faculty of Creative Industries in Hamburg, Germany. This 18-month master’s programme explores how visual messages are conveyed through a diverse range of media, including illustration, motion and digital designs. Students will develop creative skills while refining their design language.

The Master of Arts in Visual Communication and Media Studies focuses on expanding students' understanding of visual media, communication strategies, and creative practices. The program covers a wide r...

Our MA in Art History and Visual Culture programme will prepare you for an exciting creative career in the art world or more study in the visual arts. This programme puts a spotlight on intercultural issues in art history and visual culture, and professional practice in the visual arts.

The boundaries between design, visual communication and visual arts practices are becoming increasingly blurred. Our MA Design encourages a healthy interplay of work and ideas between disciplines. This is a practical design course, grounded in professional development and research. We encourage you to work independently and collaboratively alongside students of curation, graphic design, photography, illustration, and other Design and Fine Art specialisms to build a strong professional and critical context for your practice.

The MA Promotional Media explores the impact of digital platformisation and automation on promotional professions, skills and techniques

The MA in Visual Communication is designed to help students develop advanced skills in creating compelling visual work across different media. The program encourages students to explore a broad range ...

The Master of Arts in Visual Communication program is designed to help students develop strong skills in creating visual messages that inform, persuade, and engage audiences. The curriculum covers a v...

The program focuses on developing students’ skills in visual communication through a combination of practical projects and theoretical study. Students explore various forms of visual media, including ...

The Master of Arts in Visual Communication Design is designed for students who want to deepen their skills in creating visual content that communicates effectively. The program focuses on developing a...

Designed to equip you with the skills you need for a career in the creative industries or digital marketing sector, our MA Visual Communications is focused on industry experience, interdisciplinary collaboration and self-initiated study. You’ll study at the heart of our green Peel Park campus in our £55 million New Adelphi equipped with collaborative studios to mirror the industry. You’ll be involved in working on live projects with key cultural organisations within Salford and Manchester such as Islington Mill, Salford Museum and Art Gallery and Magma Books.

The MA in Digital and Visual Communications is designed to help students explore creative ways to communicate through digital channels. Throughout the course, you’ll develop skills in visual storytell...

For non-designers who want to cultivate design skills. The MA is a one-year program that introduces you to fundamental principles, approaches, and tools that are essential to designing for interactions, including visual communication, prototyping, and human-centered practices. You will also learn about the culture and practice of design, but most importantly, you will learn to see and think design.