MA Design Interdisciplinary Practice

Entry requirements

We currently require an initial undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, classified as First Class or 2:1, or evidence of recent activity in the subject equivalent to these classifications as determined by interview.

Applicants may also provide a portfolio of their own work, demonstrating their knowledge of design and their own artistic ability. Overseas students can submit their portfolio and statement of intent digitally if they are unable to visit the university in person. This will then be followed up by a virtual face to face interview via, Skype, TEAMs, Zoom or equivalent.

Months of entry

September

Course content

As growth in the sector continues, the creative industries offer many thriving career opportunities. We have developed this course to equip you with a balance of research, analytical and innovative skills ready for employment within the chosen area of your practice.

• The multi-disciplinary, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary focus of your learning will evolve with an ethos of nurturing a sustainable society-featuring environmental, social, moral and ethical considerations.
• You will be presented with a range of new and evolving opportunities to develop your practice within a thriving, international, creative community.
• While you study with us, you will gain greater insight into writing for publication, posters and journals, as well as other essential business knowledge. This will be led by our professionally-active staff who will transform your development with their knowledge and experience.

Key course features

• This programme has been developed to respond to the changing face of design, and incorporates the collaborative interdisciplinary practice from Wrexham University researchers into socially engaged practice.
• Our staff will support and encourage you to find internships and work placements with local and regional organisations.
• You will learn creative management techniques and important business principles to underpin your creative and imaginative progress, and to help prepare you for a successful career after the course is completed.
• Your learning will include understanding and engaging with contemporary practices, issues, technologies and exhibits.
• You will become part of our vibrant international creative community, with staff committed to nurturing your potential, ready for you to take your talent to the next level.
• Our professionally active staff will transform your learning, using their own knowledge and experience of participating and engaging in expositions, industry related events, conferences and publications. The research activities of our team are close to the curriculum and encourage innovative practice and professional networking.

Information for international students

This course is open to international students, for information about the university’s entry requirements for EU/international students, please visit our international section.

Fees and funding

You do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront.

The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the fee FAQs.

All fees are subject to any changes in government policy, view our postgraduate fees.