Skip to main content
PostgraduateMA

Graphic Design

York St John University
York, England
Visit University Website
1 yearDuration
£11,800Per Year (Intl)
£23,500Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Graphic Design at York St John University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in York, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Our Graphic Design MA will help you develop your creative, imaginative and technical expertise as a professional communicator. We will equip you with the skills to express your ideas in a creative and professional way. You will gain the technical tools, the academic curiosity, and the business confidence you need to pursue a successful and rewarding career in this field. International tuition fees are £11,800 per year, home/UK fees are £8,800 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £19,000 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Visual Communication
Digital Design Technology and Practice
Graphic Design Research Methods
Professional Practice and Business Strategy
Typography and Narrative Design
Branding and Identity Systems
Design Innovation and Experimentation
MA Graphic Design Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
View on university website

Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£11,800

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£11,800

Home Student Fee

£8,800

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — York St John University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£20,000£23,500£26,000
3 years£15,000£19,000£22,500
5 years£19,000£22,500£27,500
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Scholarships

Matched to your course, level & nationality

Your nationality

No matched scholarships

No university scholarships matched your course and profile right now. Try these national programmes:

York St John University

About York St John University

York St John University offers Graphic Design as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

QS World
#91UK Ranking
12,150+Students
53+Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Explore courses, compare universities, and find scholarships at CourseOptions.com

Explore All Courses