MA Digital and Visual Communications (Multimedia Design)

Module: 7VC010

Credits: 40

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module will introduce you to a range of D&VC research methods and practice. You will develop and refine a proposal of study commensurate with postgraduate study in D&VC. It will also introduce you to advanced concepts, methods and practices expected at postgraduate level within the disciplines of Digital & Visual Communications. You will be expected to work individually and also in groups to acheive outcomes that challenge existing precepts within the disciplines that make up D&VC.

Module: 7VC004

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

In this module you will develop critical and contextual skills. Taking a thematic overview you will be introduced to key ideas that have affected the development of the arts. The lecture series will be centred on three pivotal 'moments' of cultural history in the West - pre-modernity, modernity and postmodernity. These are significant to the development of art and design currents. The evolution of design ideologies and processes will be mapped along this trajectory. How has technology impacted on the way we think about design, in terms of its processes and artefacts.

Module: 7VC006

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

In this module you will further develop your critical, contextual and theoretical skills by drawing on a number of different theoretical frameworks that are pertinent in art and design. The module content is oriented around ideas or themes that are central to the study of art and design and one of the central concerns is about the relationship between the material and the digital in all stages of the creative process from the idea-formation stage to the process of making and to the production of the artefact. The module will explore the synergy that exists between the material and the digital. The changing nature of artefacts has also affected the way we use and interact with them and methods of interpretation beyond the merely visual will be interrogated.

Module: 7VC007

Credits: 60

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module will enable you to develop your interests in advanced studies in visual language, history, theory, criticism and methodology, design processes, and technology within Digital & Visual Communications (D&VC). You will develop a greater understanding of contemporary D&VC issues through specialized research and design and production skills. The module is predominantly self-directed and is intended to be the culmination of your prior learning and experiences gained through the PGDip D&VC (or equivalent). You will have the opportunity to present your work through the form of an exhibition and portfolio and/or a dissertation.

Module: 7VC011

Credits: 40

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module will enable you to interrogate and more clearly define your proposal of study and to develop strategies and methodologies to facilitate its successful conclusion. This module is delivered through project based learning, supported by seminar group discussions and tutorials. On-line forum discussion will be encouraged through WOLF and E-Portfolio. You will have an opportunity to attend a range of lectures and seminars on research methods throughout the Course which will enable you to prepare and plan for the final submission.

This course is designed to develop your creative and intellectual abilities through the investigation of a bespoke project aligned to your own particular interests and aspirations. The course is intended to promote ‘Thinking practitioners’ who will be well positioned to take advantage of the opportunities available within the growing global industry of Digital & Visual Communication.

The course attracts students from all over the world as well as from the UK. Current students hail from China, India, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Germany and Greece. This course has a truly international perspective reflecting the global nature of the visual communications sector.

The members of academic staff who lead this course are Louise Fenton & Jane Webb

You will gain the intellectual and creative confidence to enable you to embrace the challenges and rewards of the Global Digital & Visual Communications industry. Through the investigation of a personally designed project you will have the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge to a Masters Level, culminating in a showcase exhibition and portfolio. Opportunities exist to further develop your portfolio through PhD study within the department. From the 2010 cohort three students have progressed successfully to our PhD programme.

Location Mode Fee Year Home/EU Full-time £6400 per year 2020-21 Home/EU Part-time £3200 per year 2020-21 Home Full-time £6550 per year 2021-22 Home Part-time £3275 per year 2021-22 International Full-time £13350 per year 2020-21 International Full-time £13950 per year 2021-22

These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.

You should have a good Honours Degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent in a relevant subject.

A good standard of written and spoken English (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent) is required.

You are also encouraged to apply if you have significant professional experience in a relevant subject.
Offers are subject to an interview and portfolio review.

"Studying in an artistic environment where different design disciplines are working close together and the well-balanced level of guidance and independency really helped me to investigate and improve my work in graphic communications." Yvonne John

"As an Illustrator studying for my Master degree, The MA Digital and Visual Communications course and its layout has allowed me to further develop my work and to get it out there and more importantly noticed whilst giving me a greater knowledge and understanding of professional Illustration. As well as offering me excellent opportunities to communicate with those in the world of commercial publishing, This is largely down to the expert experience and brilliance of the staff and how they run the course." Matt Jones

“The course is Interesting and it broadens the mind of any MA student, especially to those who are involve in Advertising programme.” Mohammed Abba Aliyu

Postgraduate Loan (Home Fee Status):

You may be able to get a postgraduate student loan from Student Finance England of up to £11,750 to help pay for a Master’s degree. Applications are made through Student Finance England and more information on the regulations and eligibility criteria can be found at Masters Loans gov.uk.

* Any RPL will invalidate your eligibility as you must study a minimum of 180 credits

Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as Overseas (International) students for fee purposes. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.

Postgraduate Loyalty Discount:

You can get 20% discount on a taught on-site postgraduate course if you’re a University of Wolverhampton Graduate.

The University offers a generous 20% Loyalty Discount to students progressing from an undergraduate programme to a taught postgraduate programme, where both courses are University of Wolverhampton Awards.

There is no time limit on how long ago you completed your degree as long as this is your first Masters level qualification.

The discount applies to the first year of enrolment only. Students who receive a loyalty discount are not entitled to any further tuition discount or bursary. For full terms and conditions click here.

Self-funded:

If you are paying for the fees yourself then the fees can be paid in 3 instalments: November, January and April. More information can be found by clicking here.

Sponsored - Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

Your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.

Charitable Funding:

You might also want to explore the possibility of funding from charitable trusts; please see the following websites Association of Charitable Foundations, Directory of Social Change or Family Action. Most charities and trust funds offer limited bursaries targeted to specific groups of students so you will need to research whether any of them are relevant to your situation.

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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