MA Research Typography and Graphic Communication

Title:

Dissertation

Code:

TYMDIS

Convenor:

PROF Gerry Leonidas

Summary:

This module represents a major research-based output that demonstrates that students are able to formulate a research question effectively, develop and apply the appropriate methodology, and produce a scholarly piece of work that engages critically with a subject relating to typography and graphic communication.  

Assessment Method:

Dissertation 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Title:

Research methods in typography and graphic communication

Code:

TYMRM

Convenor:

PROF Gerry Leonidas

Summary:

To provide students with the basic practical research skills needed to do research for, and write, an MA dissertation; to enable them to read published research critically; to give them an awareness of the range of research methods used in typography and graphic communication (including practice as a method), and an understanding of the underlying principles; to enable them to select and apply appropriate research methods in their own work.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Title:

Self-directed research project

Code:

TYMRP

Convenor:

PROF Gerry Leonidas

Summary:

This module aims to provide students with experience of the procedures followed in initiating and conducting a research project. A research question will be formulated and the appropriate methodology selected to address this question.

Assessment Method:

Project 10%, Report 90%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Title:

Communication Design: Core Module

Code:

TYMCDC

Convenor:

DR Ruth Blacksell

Summary:

This module introduces students to key concepts in communication design with particular emphasis to areas aligning to the Department's expertise. It covers discourse in relevant areas of typographic history and theory, and explores the formation of distinct areas of discourse aligned to aspects of practice. The module provides an intellectual framework for interrogating collections and archives and constructing narratives that contextualise and enrich design practice. The module helps students to discover for themselves conceptual tools with which to develop independent critical thought. This module is delivered at University of Reading.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 70%, Oral 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.