Master of Design (MDes) Communication Design in Glasgow United Kingdom | The Glasgow School of Art

The Glasgow School of Art | Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 25,000
(c. USD33,356.25)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The Master of Design (M.Des) in Communication Design is a two-year program offered by the Glasgow School of Art's Department of Communication Design. This practice-driven, process-focused course explores diverse design approaches while emphasizing foundational design theory for both academic and professional settings. Students develop systematic techniques for analyzing visual and textual research, examining the designer's societal role and exploring ethical considerations. Through workshops, tutorials, projects, lectures, seminars, and independent study, the curriculum focuses on modern communication design methods supported by theoretical inquiry and an understanding of current social, technological, and economic influences on design.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Completed Online Application Form (see links below)
Digital Portfolio
Statement of Intent (a concise critical self-evaluation of your work and the reasons for wishing to join the programme at GSA, approx. 500 words)
Evidence of Academic Qualifications (Certified photocopies/Transcripts)
Academic References x 2
Evidence of English Language Proficiency e.g. IELTS (if appropriate)
Copy of Passport (if appropriate)
English Language Requirements:
IELTS for UKVI Academic with an overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in all components
TOEFL (IBT) - 80+ overall, with the following minimum scores in each component:
Listening: 17
Reading: 18
Speaking: 20
Writing: 22

Tuition GBP 25,000

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