Our master's degree in communication design at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is a modern study program that combines creativity and critical analysis of contemporary media with the latest industry tools. Students will be equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in exciting careers within a range of design roles.
Essentially, this program combines the fields of art and design, culture as well as science. To this end, social, economic, political, and institutional issues are addressed and reflected upon using a wide range of academic discourses.
The MA in Communication Design is the ideal next step for students who have studied a BA program in art and design and who want to further their knowledge in the field. It is also ideal for students with a business, humanities, cultural, and media studies background as well as Science and Technology Studies (STS).
Course Requirements
EURO 3.000 (EURO three thousand) This reservation fee will be deducted from the total amount of study fees. (Not applicable for EU applicants);
Official translation to English or German for those documents in a different language;
German taught programs need both English / German language certificates;
The minimum English language level is B1;
German taught programs need both English / German language certificates*: The minimum English language level is B1.
Application requirements:
Application form;
Secondary School Diploma / Certificate;
Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcript of records. Relevance of your bachelor’s degree subject to the master’s degree program and amount of credits (Equivalent to 210 or 240 ECTS credits depending on the Master’s program);
English / German language certificate* or request to waive**;
CV - up to date;
Passport copy;
Letter of motivation/intent (at least 500 words);
Portfolio.
Please note: Some applicants might be asked to participate in an interview (through Skype). This will take approximately 30 to 45 minutes and includes a general discussion about your motivation.
Portfolio requirements:
Include up to 10 visual or interactive projects (with accompanying image series, sketches, and/or other visual/textual material). For the MA in Photography, applicants can also submit up to 20 photographs. These should be original work that highlights a range of your abilities and interests. This might include illustrations, graphic novel spreads, poster series, games, character development, photo essays, collages, paintings, sculptures, marketing or social campaigns, short films, animations, applications or websites, personal creative projects, as well as text-based conceptual projects. We are also interested in seeing excerpts from sketchbooks, contact sheets, and research development where applicable. All work should be accompanied by a short text reflecting on the project or work. The portfolio should be collected in a PDF format, and sent through WeTransfer or uploaded onto a website. Large sculptural projects, 3D objects, and performances can be presented digitally. Include any media links or social media channels that are relevant. Interactive projects or games should be uploaded as Windows executables or as an online playable link.
Language Requirements:
IELTS 5.5 overall (no less than 5.0 for each component);
TOEFL IBT 72;
TOEFL ITP 500 – 547 (290-300 listening, 280-300 language form, 280-300 reading);
Pearson Test of English (Academic) 59;
Pearson Test of English (General) Level 3;
Cambridge Exam Advanced and Proficiency 162 overall;
Cambridge Exam First (FCE) Grade C;
TOEIC Listening/Reading 785, Speaking 160, Writing 150;
PASSWORD 5.5 (no less than 5.0 in each component).
**Language Waiver
To request a language test waiver, you must have studied in a country where the official first language is English:
At least nine months in duration;
Full-time;
Undertaken at a recognized institution where teaching and assessment throughout the course are entirely in English;
Has been completed within 2 years of the start date of the course to which you are applying;
Medium of Instruction (MOI) should indicate English + EF SET or any accepted English proficiency certificate requested.
