Graphic design : Further study

A 2011 destination survey shows that nearly 4% of recent graphics graduates had gone into some form of further study. Some chose a Masters degree to develop their work, gain a more in-depth knowledge of a specialist topic, e.g. typography or illustration, or move into a related area such as multimedia.

Some Masters allow you to collaborate, either formally or informally, with other creatives such as fine artists or film makers. Additionally, a Masters also gives the student additional time to enhance their portfolios and build a bigger network of contacts in the industry. A part-time MA is a way of combining study with work experience.

Comparatively few graphics graduates go on to do a PhD especially if they are interested in teaching but it will certainly not guarantee a job in the profession. Short, further education courses to learn or polish up different computer packages are another popular option.

These trends show only what previous graduates in your subject did immediately upon graduating. Over the course of their career - the first few years in particular - many others will opt for some form of further study, either part time or full time. If further study interests you, start by thinking about postgrad study and search courses and research to identify your options.

Look at funding my further study for details relating to finance and the application process.