MA Graphic Design with Professional Placement

Postgraduate Entry Requirement: 

• Academic Qualifications: Students should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum overall percentage of 60% or above in a relevant discipline.
• English Language Proficiency:
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no individual component score below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80-95, with a minimum score of 20 in each component.
  • PTE: A minimum overall score of 51-61, with no individual score below 51.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan):

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship awarded to high-achieving international students. This scholarship provides a significant tuition fee reduction for the duration of the student's program. The selection is based on academic merit, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate program at UCLan.
2. International Excellence Scholarship: The International Excellence Scholarship is aimed at international students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. This scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction for the first year of study and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The selection criteria include academic achievements, personal statements, and references.
3. Country-Specific Scholarships: UCLan offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to promote cultural diversity and encourage international students from specific regions to study at UCLan. The eligibility criteria and award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship.
4. Sports Scholarships: UCLan recognizes the achievements of talented student athletes and offers sports scholarships to support their academic and sporting pursuits. These scholarships are available for international students who demonstrate outstanding sporting ability and academic potential. The scholarships provide financial support, mentoring, and access to sports facilities and training programs.
5. Alumni Loyalty Discount: UCLan values its alumni and offers a tuition fee discount to international students who have previously completed a full degree program at UCLan and wish to pursue further studies at the university. The discount is applied to the tuition fees of eligible postgraduate programs.
6. External Scholarships and Funding: In addition to the scholarships offered by UCLan, international students can also explore external scholarship opportunities and funding options. Various organizations, foundations, and governments provide scholarships for international students studying in the UK. UCLan's International Office can provide guidance and information on external scholarship opportunities.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary each year.

Graduates of the MA Graphic Design with Professional Placement program at UCLan are well-positioned for a wide range of rewarding career opportunities in the graphic design industry.

1. Graphic Designer: Graduates can pursue roles as graphic designers in design studios, advertising agencies, marketing departments, or as freelance designers, creating visual materials for print and digital media.

2. UI/UX Designer: With expertise in user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, graduates can work on designing user-friendly and visually appealing digital interfaces for websites and applications.

3. Web Designer: Web designers specialize in creating visually engaging and functional websites. They ensure websites are responsive and provide an excellent user experience.

4. Art Director: Art directors are responsible for overseeing the visual aspects of design projects, often leading design teams and collaborating with clients to achieve creative objectives.

5. Branding Specialist: Graduates can work as branding specialists, developing brand strategies and creating visual identities for businesses and organizations.

6. Digital Marketing Designer: With strong digital design skills, graduates can create visual content for digital marketing campaigns, social media, and online advertising.

7. Creative Director: Creative directors provide artistic direction for projects and campaigns, playing a pivotal role in shaping creative visions and strategies.

8. Illustrator: Those with strong illustration skills can pursue careers as illustrators, creating visual content for books, magazines, advertising, and digital media.

9. Freelance Designer: Many graphic designers choose to work independently as freelancers, offering their design services to a diverse range of clients.

10. Educator: Graduates interested in education can become art and design educators at universities, colleges, or art schools, imparting their knowledge to future designers.

11. Creative Entrepreneur: Entrepreneurial graduates can establish their own design studios or creative agencies, providing design services to clients and managing their businesses.