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Master of Arts - Visual Communication

Birmingham campus — Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Study Level: Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: GBP 18,970
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The MA Visual Communication at Birmingham City University is a dynamic and progressive course that explores how images and text are understood and used in a contemporary context. It prepares students to navigate a visually saturated world and communicate effectively through graphic design, typography, moving image, illustration, and photography. The programme emphasises the importance of adapting to technological advances and emerging creative industries. Students are encouraged to experiment, innovate, and push the boundaries of design and image-making while benefiting from a well-established course with over 50 years of history. Learning takes place in studios and workshops, as well as through partnerships with industry and external organisations, supporting both creative practice and professional development. Teaching combines theoretical and practical approaches, enabling students to develop a critical understanding of visual communication. As they progress, students establish evaluative frameworks and apply these to their own work, supporting the development of advanced practice-based skills. Given the broad scope of the discipline, students are encouraged to specialise in either Graphic Communication or Illustration, both offered under the MA Visual Communication award. The course supports engagement with industry through live briefs and collaborative projects, helping students build specialist knowledge and practical experience. The programme is suitable for both recent graduates and advanced practitioners, offering an immersive learning experience. It also benefits from an international student community, contributing diverse perspectives and enriching the cultural and creative environment.

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Credential: Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: GBP 18,970
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Birmingham campus

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

4 Cardigan Street

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

The Birmingham City University offers a range of subjects and specialisms across six Schools – Arts; Business; Law and Social Sciences; Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering; Life and Health Sciences; and Nursing and Midwifery – as well as the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. The university’s early history can be traced back to 1843 with the founding of the Birmingham Society of Arts and School of Design. Over time, five individual colleges were brought together to form The City of Birmingham Polytechnic in 1971, which later became Birmingham City University. With around 31...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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