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3 Visual Design Masters Degree Programs in South Africa
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East London University
Master in Film & Visual Arts
- East London, South Africa
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The East London Visual Arts and Film program is designed for a new generation of storytellers: artists who share a passion for visual and performing arts across a wide array of media and want to learn by making their own projects in a hands-on, intensive program.
University of Johannesburg
MA in Visual Art
- Johannesburg, South Africa
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The MAVA has been designed to ensure that it supports students in developing the required level of competence to exit with research in specialized areas of visual art a master’s qualification. Students conduct practice, photography, video and new media art, environmental art and related theories, art history, theory and criticism, art education, art therapy, and socially engaged art as well as collaborative art practice. Students are expected to investigate complex analytical and practical skills through the writing of a dissertation and/or professional practice through having or curating an exhibition, or engaging in community-based research to advance knowledge appropriate to the research mode.
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Master of Visual Arts - Online
- Online
Master degree
Full time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
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In Master of Visual Arts an appropriate bachelor honours degree in visual arts, or an appropriate postgraduate diploma in visual arts, or a 480 credit bachelor's degree in Visual Arts with a minimum of 96 credits at NQF level 8 or the Advanced University Diploma in Visual Arts with an average of 60%.
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In South Africa, pursuing a Master's degree in Visual Design opens doors to creativity and innovation. This field emphasizes advanced design methodologies, allowing you to craft compelling visual narratives and solutions.
You’ll delve into courses that cover areas like user experience design, motion graphics, and branding strategies. Through practical projects, you’ll enhance your ability to create engaging user interfaces and develop effective visual communications. The structure of a Master’s program often emphasizes collaboration with industry partners, which enriches your learning environment and creates real-world connections.
As you explore the intricacies of visual design, students build confidence as they engage with diverse perspectives and contemporary design challenges. Graduates from these programs are well-equipped to pursue careers in various sectors, including advertising, media, and corporate design, reflecting South Africa's growing emphasis on creative industries. This educational approach not only nurtures your creativity but also prepares you for a globally competitive market, where local skills are increasingly applicable on the international stage.