Typography and Graphic Communication
Entry requirements
Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a design-related subject. For exceptional candidates without such a degree, you will need convincing evidence of relevant professional experience. In most cases, a relevant practice portfolio and an example of academic writing are also required.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Our MA by Research Typography and Graphic Communication course is a research-intensive programme that develops independent research and writing skills.
- Flexible structure allows you to tailor the programme to your personal interests
- Ideal preparation for higher study and self-directed research
- Opportunity to work with the Department’s world-class collections and archives
The Department of Typography & Graphic Design is internationally renowned, with 100% of our research judged to be of international standing** and 100% of our research impact classed as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’***.
The University of Reading ranks in the top 100 for Arts and Humanities globally (joint 92) and 21 in the UK (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).
For more information, please visit the Department of Typography & Graphic Communication website.
**REF 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory; Typography and Graphic Communication
***REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory; Typography and Graphic Communication
Information for international students
IELTS requirements: 7.0 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent).
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA by research
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Postgraduate Team
- pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0) 118 378 5289