MA by Research in Typography and Graphic Communication

Program Overview

The MA by Research in Typography and Graphic Communication at the University of Reading is a research-intensive program that develops independent research and writing skills. The flexible structure allows students to tailor the program to their interests, and the curriculum covers a wide range of topics, with opportunities to specialize in a particular area. The program is ideal preparation for higher study and self-directed research, and graduates have gone on to careers in academia, research, design, publishing, and marketing.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MA by Research in Typography and Graphic Communication is a research-intensive program that develops independent research and writing skills. It offers a flexible structure that allows students to tailor the program to their personal interests. The program is ideal preparation for higher study and self-directed research, and provides opportunities to work with the Department's world-class collections and archives.

Outline:

The program's content covers a range of topics in typography and graphic communication, including:

• Research Methods in Typography and Graphic Communication
• Self-directed Research Project
• Dissertation
The program is structured as follows:
• Year 1: Students take the compulsory modules Research Methods in Typography and Graphic Communication and Self-directed Research Project.
• Year 2: Students complete their Dissertation.

Assessment:

Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Essays
• Presentations
• Research projects
• Dissertations

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced academics who are actively engaged in research in typography and graphic communication. The teaching methods include:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Supervision

Careers:

Graduates of the program have gone on to careers in a variety of fields, including:

• Academia
• Research
• Design
• Publishing
• Marketing

Other:

The program is offered full-time or part-time. The full-time program takes 12 months to complete, while the part-time program takes 24 months to complete. The program is offered by the Department of Typography & Graphic Design at the University of Reading.

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £10,800 New international students: £22,350