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3 Visual Design Degree Programs in Portugal

Université Côte d’Azur (UniCA)
MSc in Creative Music and Sound Design for Visual Media Scoring
- Coimbra, Portugal
- Nice, France
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MSc
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
MSc in Creative Music and Sound Design for Visual Media Scoring. Writing music for films and visual media is an inspiring and exciting field, giving free expression to your ideas and emotions. It is, however, a very demanding job, requiring specific technical skills and expertise, which you must acquire through a solid education. The MSc in Music Scoring for Visual Media and Sound Design offers a national and international advanced education of excellence that will develop your craft and art of composing, orchestrating, editingWriting music for films and visual media is an inspiring and exciting field, giving free expression to your ideas and emotions. It is, however, a very demanding job, requiring specific technical skills and expertise, which you must acquire through a solid education. The MSc in Music Scoring for Visual Media and Sound Design offers a national and international advanced education of excellence that will develop your craft and art of composing, orchestrating, editing and mixing music for the screen. Our program will equip you with the skills to master the entire music production process, from musical composing to post-production, in the music-for-media landscape: film, advertising, television series, video games, and so forth. You will hone your skills in composition, orchestration, sound design, creative management, artistic entrepreneurship, and finally post-production on the Dolby Atmos spatial sound system, with the benefit of a partnership with DOLBY (website). At the end of each year, you will have the opportunity to record your own creation with a full orchestra, thanks to a unique partnership with the prestigious Orchestre National de Cannes (website), recognized as a National Orchestra in 2022. and mixing music for the screen.

IADE
Master in Design and Visual Culture
- Lisbon, Portugal
Master degree
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
Portuguese, English
The Master in Design and Visual Culture sees design and visual culture in a comprehensive and multidisciplinary perspective, where our students do work in several areas such as visual communication, graphic design, illustration, digital interfaces, motion design, photography, typography, editorial design and animation.
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Miguel Torga Institute of Higher Education (ISMT)
Bachelor in Communication Design
- Coimbra, Portugal
Bachelor's degree
Full time
6 semesters
On-Campus
Portuguese
The 1st cycle in Communication Design aims to train individuals capable of designing visual communications media, in terms of image identity, advertising design (posters, ads, videos, etc.).
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Visual Design degree programs focus on combining creativity with technology, enabling students to craft visually compelling content that communicates ideas effectively. In Portugal, these programs emphasize practical instruction and collaborative projects, allowing students to immerse themselves in the design process while working in teams to solve real-world challenges.
Through courses in graphic design, user interface design, and digital media, students learn to develop strong skills in visual storytelling and layout. Techniques like creating branding materials, designing mobile applications, and producing engaging websites are core components of the curriculum. Students also strengthen their adaptability as they explore new design trends and tools.
The environment in Portugal encourages independence and innovation, fostering a space where creativity thrives. Graduates can find career opportunities in various sectors, including advertising, digital marketing, and multimedia production. With a growing emphasis on design and technology, students who complete their Visual Design degree are well-prepared for roles that demand both artistic flair and technical expertise.