Visual Communication Technological University Dublin

Overview

The Visual Communication programme at Technological University Dublin provides a dedicated platform for students to engage in focused studio practice alongside rigorous historical and theoretical inquiry. This Master of Arts degree is designed to equip participants with a systematic understanding of contemporary design theory and its diverse applications in the modern world.

Why Visual Communication at Technological University Dublin?

Students benefit from being part of the Creative Arts Masters Platform, which fosters a dynamic mix of practical and critical disciplines. This environment encourages collaboration between designers and fine artists, placing a strong emphasis on practice engaged with current cultural debates. The university provides exceptional facilities, including state-of-the-art printmaking and 3D workshops, off-campus project spaces, and individual on-campus studios during the final semester.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 13500 per year
• European fee: EUR 6700 per year

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

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to develop an expanded awareness of the social, public, and economic roles of design. Students explore key areas such as typography, branding, editorial design, and digital technology. The final major project allows for deep specialisation in a chosen area of interest, often involving live projects with industry or community partners.

Modules may include:

• Project Initiation
• Project Realisation
• Discourses in Contemporary Art and Design
• Research Methods
• Discipline Specific Seminar
• Project Development

Careers with Visual Communication

Graduates are prepared for high-level roles across the creative industries, focusing on visual identity, public awareness campaigns, and screen-based design. The programme develops expertise in participatory culture and ethnographically informed practice, making graduates suitable for positions in branding agencies, digital design firms, and social design organisations. The focus on both technical skill and critical thinking ensures that alumni can navigate the evolving landscape of visible language systems and professional design paradigms.