MA Graphic Design (Online - Arts University Bournemouth)

In a noisy global landscape dominated by visual communication, forging a solid creative identity can be a major challenge for graphic designers. Our comprehensive, multi-disciplinary course will equip you with the ability to elevate your creative practice and so much more. With modules focused on urgent global issues such as sustainability, inclusivity and human-centric design, you’ll embark on a transformative journey that empowers you to help people and the planet. Today’s business market is in high demand for graphic designers who can think laterally, apply critical thinking to their own practice, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. While day-to-day professional experience is invaluable, it takes outstanding academic teaching rigour, theoretical knowledge and contemporary research resources to raise your discipline to the next level. Our course seamlessly blends theory and practice centred around the three pillars of design: Design Strategy, Usability, and Creativity. Together with your peers, you’ll explore your discipline through critical debate, theoretical enquiry, and multi-modal practice. What is the graphic designer’s fundamental role in society? In what ways does culture and human behaviour influence (or get influenced by) the graphic designer’s work? How can graphic design be channeled to tackle contemporary social issues such as climate change, waste, inclusivity and accessibility? These are just the beginnings of what you will dive deep into with your cohort, as you broaden your career prospects and shape a better future for our world.