Graphic Design Arts University Bournemouth

Overview

The MA Graphic Design at Arts University Bournemouth offers a rigorous environment for designers to interrogate their practice at a deep cognitive level. This programme approaches all forms of visual communication as triggers for thinking and feeling, encouraging students to explore how metaphor and the framing of ideas drive human understanding. By engaging with the world through experimentation, you will learn to generate insights that guide positive action.

Why Graphic Design at Arts University Bournemouth?

Studying at this specialist institution provides access to a vibrant creative community and industry-standard facilities. The university is recognised as a premier location for creative individuals, where tutors and peers provide constant inspiration. Students benefit from an international environment that fosters diverse perspectives, helping them to break traditional moulds through hybrid processes and multi-sensory exploration. The campus serves as a dedicated hub for collaboration, allowing postgraduate designers to showcase their work in professional summer shows and digital galleries.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 19950 per year
• National fee: GBP 9975 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to move beyond technical execution, focusing instead on the cognitivist understanding of communication design. Students engage in self-initiated research projects that challenge the boundaries of the discipline. Modules may include:

• Graphic Design
• Cognitive Communication
• Research and Experimentation
• Design Insights
• Professional Practice
• Major Project

Careers with Graphic Design

Graduates from this programme are equipped for high-level roles within the global creative industries. The course prepares designers for careers in brand strategy, communication design, and creative direction. Alumni have successfully secured positions in prestigious organisations, such as the V&A Licensing Team, or have gone on to win international design awards. The focus on cognitive strategy and positive action ensures that graduates can operate as innovative leaders in studios, agencies, or as independent design entrepreneurs.