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Graphic Design MA

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom•QS 2027 #35

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Graphic Design MA at University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is a master's degree in Visual Arts programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is GBP 33,200 per year (GBP 13,700 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Visual Arts
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: GBP 13,700 / year
International tuition: GBP 33,200 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: study.ed.ac.uk ·

Program details

Requirements

Admission Requirements: A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject such as graphics, illustration, or art and design subjects.We also welcome applicants who do not meet academic entry requirements but demonstrate relevant professional experience.You must submit a portfolio as part of your application. Your portfolio should show your creativity and particularly your ideas: focus on the thinking behind your work rather than technique and show development as well as finished pieces. You should include a short description of the idea and context of the work you are presenting.Your portfolio should:display a high standard of conceptual awareness and developmentreflect a clear ability to think laterallyclearly present your research methods and routes, and show the development of ideasinclude evidence of your working process, from project inception to resolution, demonstrating experiments and explorationsdemonstrate original and professionally resolved workinclude high-quality images of completed work across appropriate and varied platforms

Application Details

Start Date: September 2026

About University of Edinburgh

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1583
Students: 39,015
QS rank: #35
Programs: 780
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Graphic Design MA award?

University of Edinburgh awards a Master's Degree in the field of Visual Arts on completion of this programme.

How long does Graphic Design MA take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Graphic Design MA cost?

Tuition for international students is GBP 33,200 per year (GBP 13,700 per year for local students).

Can Graphic Design MA be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Edinburgh.

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