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Pre-Master in Arts (two-semester), Leading to Master of Arts in Visual Communication
Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC), UK
GBP 19500
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
18 months
Duration
5.5
IELTS
72
TOEFL
50%
Min GPA
Program Overview
A postgraduate pathway is a single course comprising two stages of study; Pre-Master’s and Master’s. When you successfully complete the full pathway you will be awarded a Master’s degree from BCUIC.
Advantage of BCUIC Postgraduate Pathway
The postgraduate pathway is designed for students from a variety of backgrounds who:
- Require additional English language training
- Come from a different academic environment to that of the UK
- Have been away from studies for a period of time
- Are looking to fine-tune skills already gained during undergraduate studies, employment or both
If you fall into any of the above categories, choosing the postgraduate pathway at BCUIC is the right decision.
The Pre-Master’s pathway will prepare you for future postgraduate studies by giving you confidence and expertise in areas relevant to your taught Master’s degree. You will:
- Develop your fundamental knowledge and understanding of the basic principles relevant to your chosen degree
- Develop basic numerical techniques, research methodologies and ICT, presentation and communication skills
- Gain a competent set of transferable skills that will help you in your academic studies and future career, and enable you to make informed decisions
- Attain the necessary level of language competence specific to your chosen field of study.
Pre-Master's (Stage 1)
The Pre-Master’s course is Stage 1 of the postgraduate pathway, it has been designed to prepare students who have not qualified for direct entry to BCUIC’s Master’s degrees, for postgraduate level studies.
Undertaking a Pre-Master’s course will provide you with the time to adjust to the rigorous research and independent study requirements of postgraduate studies and prepare you to get the most out of your postgraduate study at BCUIC.
Master's (Stage 2)
The Master’s (Stage 2) offers students the chance to build on what they have learned during the Pre-Master’s and extend their professional understanding about their relevant area of study. A taught Master’s degree usually consists of a series of specialist modules in structured class, seminar or tutorial formats. A research thesis component may be included, but is much shorter than what is required for a Master’s degree by research. However, most taught masters’ degrees will have a final major project or dissertation component. The Master’s (Stage 2) is delivered by BCUIC.
MA Visual Communication
Our MA Visual Communication course is interdisciplinary and specialist in approach, reflecting the dynamic and contemporary practices within the creative industries. We create innovators and leaders in the field of visual communication, challenging and stimulating you to produce original, cutting edge work and research.
The structure of our course is designed with imaginative approaches to visual practice in the creative industries.
What is covered in the course?
- You'll be able to specialise by choosing one of 5 awards:
- MA Visual Communication
- MA Visual Communication (Photography)
- MA Visual Communication (Graphic Communication)
- MA Visual Communication (Illustration)
- MA Visual Communication (Film & Animation)
- As a creative practitioner you are inspired to create and engage with industry alongside taught elements. Throughout the course you will have the chance to develop deep specialist knowledge in graphic communication, photography, illustration, film and animation, and research. The course provides an immersive and advanced learning experience for both advanced practitioners and recent graduates within the broad field of visual communication.
- Our visual communication Master's course is designed to provide you with the best possible chance to further your skills and widen your knowledge of the communication arts and industries. The programme is rooted in practice, teaching you interdisciplinary design and research processes.
- The variety of subjects covered within this degree allows you to receive guidance in forming a more specific interest for Master's level study. Whether you have a definitive subject in mind, or you have a broader interest in the study of visual communication, the programme is both interdisciplinary and specialist in approach, echoing the dynamic changes within its related industries.
- As a school we have strong industry connections which include live partnerships and collaborative projects. We have ongoing dynamic dialogues with international players in the creative industries. These leading professionals have provided us with direct feedback, identifying our programmes as world-class models of creative education and fully supporting contemporary practice in an international context.
- We have a continuously developing and progressive vision of employability. We feel that as a creative practitioner you will need to adapt and respond to the demands of industry.
Additional Information
Program Level Postgraduate Pathway
College/University Processing Time 7 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV)
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's Degree.
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Duration
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IELTS
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TOEFL
50
Min GPA
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Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)
Intake Jan 2025
Sep 2024
Free
Application Fee
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Duration
Test Score
5.5
IELTS
72
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
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Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)
Intake Jan 2025
Sep 2024
Free
Application Fee
18m
Duration
Test Score
5.5
IELTS
72
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
![Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)](https://www.canamgroup.com/assets/universitylogos/1721392653-Navitas-Group-Birmingham-City-University-International-College-(BCUIC).png)
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Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)
Intake Jan 2025
Sep 2024
Free
Application Fee
18m
Duration
Test Score
5.5
IELTS
72
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Tuition Fee
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(GBP)
12000 Per year
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(GBP)
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