Study Visual Communication - MA at Birmingham City University in the UK, Birmingham School of Art

Visual Communication - MA

UK

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What will I learn?

Visual Communication at BCU is a dynamic and progressive course, that challenges the way we look at images and text in a present-day context. The world is saturated with visual stimulus and our students are trained to navigate through this, finding ways to impart new information, through graphic design, typography, moving image, illustration and photography. Students on the course are adept at communicating through visual language. Staying ahead in an ever-changing field requires embracing technological advances you will learn to employ the essential knowledge and skills needed for the new emerging creative industries, and you will be expected to explore, experiment, and push the boundaries of design and image making, whilst being part of a mature and relevant course that has existed for over 50 years. You'll have the chance to learn in our studios and workshops, as well as with our partnerships, with organisations, and industry. You will be involved in learning, teaching, researching, and demonstrating professional development within visual communication.

Which department am I in?

Birmingham School of Art

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£18,970.00 (US$ 24,498) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)

Curzon Street,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B4 7XG, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£18,970.00 (US$ 24,498) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)

Curzon Street,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B4 7XG, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in a closely related subject, or professional experience.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University is a student-centred, dynamic learning environment, offering courses approved by professional bodies.

  • Students gain hands-on learning and develop career skills
  • Refine academic writing skills with workshops and tutorials
  • GBP 500 million investment in facilities
  • University-run part-time student employment scheme

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