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Master of Arts [M.A] [Digital Media Design] From Birkbeck, University of London

London, EnglandLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1823established year
8242enrollment
Public

Master of Arts [M.A] (Digital Media Design)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

£22,049/Yr

£22,049 /Yr

How can designers, managers, entrepreneurs and scholars keep pace with the rapidly changing field of digital media and web design? Is it possible to learn skills, approaches and methods that facilitate both current production and the anticipation of future developments in digital media? The MA Digital Media Design provides both the technical and conceptual framework required to succeed in the digital environment of today and tomorrow.

This programme is one of the only MA degrees in the UK to combine professional development and technical skills with academic rigour and scholarly consideration. The philosophy of the programme is that the innovative design and management of digital media must go hand in hand with critical thinking about digital media.

By the end of the course, students will have built connections with companies and industry networks and will have developed project-based portfolios that will greatly facilitate their entry into the job market.


Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Start Date Oct 15, 2023

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees£22049 (GBP 22049)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university to get admission to this program.
  • Students require a minimum GPA of 3 on a 4.0 scale for the program.
  •  Students should have a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in a subject.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Students need to submit minimum GRE exam scores for a better chance of admission.
  • Students are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. 
  • Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.

Scores Required

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

62 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

Graduation GPA


Required Document List

The following required documents are:

  • Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Academic records: The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
  • Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
  • Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
  • Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores and Successful applicants typically provide a score in the 50th percentile.
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts from all educational institutions students have attended.

VISA & Work Study

VISA

If students are not from the UK and they do not already have residency here, students may need to apply for a visa.

The visa students apply for varies according to the length of students course:

  • Courses of more than six months' duration: Student visa
  • Courses of less than six months' duration: Standard Visitor visa

International students who require a Student visa should apply for their full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. If students are living in the UK on a Student visa, they will not be eligible to enrol as a student on Birkbeck's part-time courses (with the exception of some modules).


Career and Placement after Course

Careers and Employability

Graduates can pursue a career in web development, multimedia programming, design, project management, education and training. Possible professions include web developer, project manager, or digital designer. This degree is also useful in becoming a multimedia specialist, teacher, or market researcher.

  • Social media specialist or manager
  • Public relations, marketing or advertising professional
  • Search marketing specialist
  • Multimedia developer or designer
  • Visual journalist
  • Digital entrepreneur or consultant
  • Content strategy specialist, manager, strategist
  • Content developer

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Aga khan Foundation ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
ASID Foundation Legacy ScholarshipsScholarship per student£ 4,000/Yr$4,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
BrokerFish International student scholarshipScholarship per student£ 1,000/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student£ 1,222/Yr$1,222Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
QS scholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020Scholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based


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