Overview

The Master of Arts in (Design) Department of Graphic Design at University of Johannesburg is earned by completing a single advanced research project, culminating in the production and acceptance of a dissertation.

In addition to the minimum admission requirements as outlined above, prospective students may be required to present a portfolio of their work to an interview panel.

Outcomes

Apply specialist knowledge of design.

Demonstrate a command of design and research methods and procedures to address complex problems

Access, process and manage information effectively.

Produce information for, and communicate it to, a range of audiences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Dissertation: Design

Graphic Design

Research Project
Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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105

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Graphic Design View 3 other Masters in Graphic Design in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant Bachelor Honours Degree a “professional” Bachelor’s Degree, or relevant Postgraduate Diploma, with sufficient preparation to conduct research with a recommended minimum of 60% for all final-year modules.

A relevant Baccalaureus Technologiae: Fashion degree, with an average mark of at least 65% combined with a research methodology short learning component as recommended by a Status Committee and approved by the Faculty Board.
Portfolio.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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