Master of Design
- Derby, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Design is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Design and apply creative methods
- Develop and critique original work
- And communicate design or artistic intentions.
Career outcomes
- Graphic designer
- Creative agencies
- Marketing and digital advertising
- Software and publishing companies
Curriculum
- Studio sequence in two- and three-dimensional design
- Graphic design
- Typography
- Photography
- Web design
- Motion graphics
- Animation
- Social media
- History of design and research and development
- Working in a Mac lab with industry-standard software and ending in production and installation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent
- Some courses require a relevant degree
- Experience or interview. IELTS 6.5 typical
- With 6.0 (some courses 5.5) in each skill
- Up to 7.0 on some courses.
Accepted academic background
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
- Portfolio.
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements (2:2 degree or equivalent) and start dates. Click Apply directly on the course page
- or apply through an overseas representative. Provide degree transcripts and proof of English (IELTS 5 typical). Interview or portfolio where the course asks. After an offer
- Pay the 8
- 000 GBP deposit before a CAS. Use the CAS to apply for the Student visa with proof of funds. Arrive by the stated date.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £18,100 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £28,927 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Derby Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Art and Design |
| Department | Arts and Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | South-East Asia Scholarship: 5000 GBP fee reduction for qualifying nationals of Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam entering an eligible on-campus, Full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate degree in January or September 2027. Offer, CAS and other criteria apply. |
Scholarships
South-East Asia Scholarship: 5000 GBP fee reduction for qualifying nationals of Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam entering an eligible on-campus, Full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate degree in January or September 2027. Offer, CAS and other criteria apply.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £18,100 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £28,927 GBP. The estimated living cost is £14,436 GBP.
A portfolio is required.
South-East Asia Scholarship: 5000 GBP fee reduction for qualifying nationals of Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam entering an eligible on-campus, Full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate degree in January or September 2027. Offer, CAS and other criteria apply.

