MA Typeface Design

Duration

Full-time 12 months
Part-time 24 months

On this course you will gain a thorough grounding in the principles and methods of typeface design, to equip you with the skills to produce your own digital typefaces. We will give you an understanding of the potential and constraints of current technology, and our unique approach to the subject allows you to study theoretical and historical issues alongside the practical design work you do.  

We have designed the course to appeal both to qualified and experienced graphic designers, and those from related fields who can demonstrate a keen sensitivity to the details of typeface design.

Gerry Leonidas leads the course, with major contributions from Gerard Unger (desginer of Swift, Flora and Vesta) and Fiona Ross (who specialises in non-latin designs), and visiting designers from the international type industry. 

Programme Content :

Your major practical task will be the design of an original typeface, with variants.  You will record and reflect on your design process.  Reading and essay-writing on the theory and history of the subject, and a dissertation, complete the programme requirements. 

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More Information:
Visit the Department of Typography and Graphic Communication's website

Entry Requirements :

A good first degree  (equivalent to at least 2.1 Honours in the UK) in a design or design-relevant subject or, for exceptional candidates without such a degree, convincing evidence of relevant professional experience. We may ask for material evidence (e.g. writing or design work) from any applicant. Applicants for whom English is not a first language should provide evidence of fluency in English. See International Students pages for details.

 

 

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