MA Graphic Design at York St John University

Explore the rich forms of communication we encounter in every day life, from street signs to computer games, and newspapers to packaging. Our Graphic Design MA will help you develop your creative, imaginative and technical expertise as a professional communicator. We will equip you with the skills to express your ideas in a creative and professional way. You will gain the technical tools, the academic curiosity, and the business confidence you need to pursue a successful and rewarding career in this field.

Faculty: School of the Arts  |  Duration: 1 year full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027, September 2028  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Design Thinking; Technological Revolution; Future Design Trends; Communication Design; Design Innovation Project: Graphic Design; Major Project: Graphic Design.

Career pathways

This degree could lead you to a career directly related to Graphic Design, or it could take you in a completely different direction, using the many transferable skills you will develop. These include problem solving, developing arguments, analysing and evaluating information, collaboration, independent working, communication and more. Example roles include Graphic design; Advertising; Photojournalism; User experience design; Concept art; Animation.

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