MA Visual Communication

Are you looking for a master's which will boost your career prospects in the creative arts? BSBI is proud to offer a master's program in Visual Communication in partnership with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA). This program is offered as part of BSBI's Faculty of Creative Industries in Hamburg, Germany. Save up to 30% on tuition fees! Terms and conditions apply.

In this 18-month program, you will explore how you can convey messages and meaning through a diverse range of media - from illustration and motion to digital - and you’ll be encouraged to develop new skills to strengthen and inform your design language.

Why study this program?

This program pushes students to investigate and further their knowledge of the possibilities of the fast-evolving creative industry while refining their mindset with the dedicated support from our expert faculty who have a wealth of industry experience. Your learning will be enhanced through a well-informed magnitude of contextual and contemporary engagement to develop convincing proposals and solutions in the field of Graphic Design, Illustration, Animation, and Visual Communication in general.

Your learning experiences will be enriched by studying in Hamburg, one of Europe’s most exciting creative and leading industry hubs which is near the start-up capital of Berlin!

The Annual Student Survey 2021 revealed that:

• 89% Satisfied with the efficiency and friendliness of the BSBI staff overall - Source: BSBI 2021 Annual Student Survey
• 88% Satisfied with the assistance provided in terms of Visa Guidance, including SERS Immigration Support - Source: BSBI 2021 Annual Student Survey

Terms and conditions:

1. To secure the offer, a minimum deposit of €2,000 must be paid before the deadline.
   2. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or scholarships.
   3. Terms and conditions of the Study Agreement are still applicable.
   4. This offer is effective until 31 December 2024

Entry Requirements

• Minimum age: 21
• Academic qualifications:
  • Strong undergraduate degree from a recognized university or equivalent qualification in the subject or a related discipline.
  • If you do not meet the academic requirements, you may be assessed based on 3 years of relevant work experience (illustration, animation, graphic design, or general visual communication), demonstrating your ability to study at the postgraduate level.
• English Language Requirements:
  • Official English Tests:
    • IELTS - minimum overall score of 6.0 (with min 5.5 in each component);
    • Password test - minimum overall score of 6.0 (with min 5.5 in each component);
    • PTE (Academic) - minimum overall score of 56 (with min 51 in each component);
    • TOEFL IBT overall score 80 (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 17);
    • Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) or Cambridge English Proficiency overall score 69 (min 162 in each component);
    • LanguageCert International ESOL SELT overall score B2 Communicator High Pass (min 33 in each component);
    • Duolingo tests with an overall score of 105.
• Applicants who achieved a bachelor's degree or above* from a recognized university (according to ECCTIS UK), where the Method of Instruction was entirely in English (teaching and assessment) must submit a Medium of Instruction Letter.
• Canadian nationals who have completed a bachelor's degree at an English-speaking university must submit a Medium of Instruction Letter.
• West African Certificates (WAEC AND NECO only) as a stand-alone with a minimum of C6 in English and issued within the last five years. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) is also accepted with an overall grade of C or above. For Tanzania and Cameroon, we request an IELTS (or equivalent certificate).
• WAEC/NECO must be enhanced by a successful (50%+) Internal English Assessment if issued more than five years ago.
• Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AICE certificates.
• International Baccalaureate Diploma can be accepted if: English Syllabus A: Standard or Higher Grade 4, or above and English Syllabus B: Standard Grade 5 or Higher Grade 4, or above.
• Nationals of a majority English-speaking country who have taken their academic qualifications in that country, do not need to sit an English test (Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, UK and USA).

*The above bachelor’s degree can be a postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma, master’s degree, etc.

• Documents:
  • For this course, we’ll need to see your portfolio for review. We’ll invite you to attend an Applicant Day so you can have your portfolio review in person, meet the course team, and learn more about your course. If you would prefer to upload a portfolio digitally, there is also the option to submit it online via our BSBI Submission Portal. Further information will be provided once you have applied.

Fees

2024 Intakes:

- October: €13,250 (international students) | €8,450 (EU students)

With campuses across Berlin, Hamburg, Paris, Athens and Barcelona, BSBI prepares its students to make a real meaningful impact in the world of business. All programmes are enriched with BSBI’s three core values: enterprise, leadership and success and include a strong focus on improving practical and relevant skills for the market of today. Students gain the confidence to pursue their professional dreams by fine-tuning the most sought-after skills and learning from industry-focused academics at the top of their field. They will also benefit from an excellent career support team for extra guidance.

BSBI’s memberships include: AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, UN-PRME, Erasmus, Erasmus + and Business Graduates Association (BGA) Bronze member. Multiple study locations - Our well-equipped main campus is located in the heart of Berlin, Germany’s capital. Germany is one of the world’s most innovative countries according to the 2021 Bloomberg Innovation Index. We also have study locations in Hamburg, Paris and Athens. BSBI offers blended study formats so that you can juggle other commitments alongside your studies. BSBI has integrated the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and e-learning programmes into the heart of its teaching. Excellent student support - We provide excellent academic tuition, guaranteed small-sized classes, industry experts and guest speaker presentations. Classes are taught in English and Free German language lessons are available. This will help you increase your employment opportunities in Germany after graduation. Dedicated career service - From CV workshops and networking events to personalised career advice, the team are on hand to provide students with the specialised services needed to fulfil their career aspirations. Post-study German visa - After graduation, if you would like to extend your residence permit in Germany, you can apply for a job-seeking visa for up to 18 months that will allow you to work without any limitation. In order to benefit from career opportunities in Germany, a good level of German is necessary. Free Legal Support: Once you arrive in Germany our legal partner SERS will provide the visa advice and support completely free of charge.

Learning outcomes

• Our programmes have been designed to develop the practical business skills needed to thrive in today’s global business market.
• With enterprise, leadership and success at their core, our programmes combine theory with practice to keep students up-to-date with the latest industry trends.
• We offer undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate programmes, all of which focus on helping you become an exceptional leader in your field.
• Designed and delivered by industry experts, our programmes will provide you with a competitive edge needed to stand out in the global job market.

Diversity, Class Size, Student Satisfaction

With enterprise, leadership and success at its core, BSBI offers industry-relevant programmes which focus on developing the practical business skills needed to ensure your professional success. These programmes are competitively priced to meet the needs of the international market. With our main campus in Berlin, BSBI attracts a diverse student cohort with more than 90 nationalities represented.

We offer undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate programmes, all of which focus on helping you become an exceptional leader in your field. Our academic partners include: University for the Creative Arts (UCA), Concordia University Chicago (CUC) and International Telematic University UNINETTUNO.

We are proud to be a member of several organisations such as The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), The United Nations – Principles for Responsible Management Education (UN-PRME) and The Business Graduates Association (BGA). These memberships demonstrate our commitment to academic excellence, enriching our students’ learning experience and allowing them access to a growing network of leading industry players. These memberships provide BSBI with a range of resources and access to a network of professionals, helping us to continue to bring flexible and affordable programmes to our students.

A broad range of programmes from business, marketing and finance to creative arts and IT now with the option to study online, or have an international multi-campus education, with partnerships in France and Greece. Small class sizes and a diverse student cohort of over 90 nationalities, resulting in an enriched learning environment and sharing of culture. Outstanding student services, ranging from the welcome week, peer to peer mentoring, extracurricular activities like fresher’s parties, business competitions, talent shows and more. Flexible payment plans, partial scholarships and promotional offers.

Admissions

Undergraduate Programmes

• Age: 17 - 20 years old
• Education background:
  • High school graduate;
  • With titles awarded upon completion of at least 11 years of schooling;
  • Academic Qualifications: ECCTIS equivalent to GCSE.
• Work experience: None / possible early age freelance part-time jobs due to online opportunities boom.

Postgraduate Programmes

• Age: 21 - 34 years old
• Education background:
  • Undergraduate/Bachelor's Degree;
  • May be assessed on the relevant work experience of at least 3 years of management experience;
  • Potentially with other Postgraduate Degrees (looking to switch careers).
• Work experience: May be assessed on the relevant work experience of at least 3 years of management experience.

Doctorate Degree

• Age: 23 - above
• Education background:
  • A bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution in a business-related discipline; a master’s degree or a Level 7 postgraduate qualification, or an MBA from a recognised Institution.
  • Applicants with degrees in other disciplines and applicants with no bachelor’s or master’s degree, but with other academic qualifications and significant professional experience at the executive level are also welcome to apply. Their acceptance might be subject to successfully sitting to an entrance test and an interview.

Ideal students

Undergraduate Programmes:

• High school students looking at earning their undergraduate degree outside the country;
• Students who are looking to improve job prospects to get a higher salary in the future.

Postgraduate Programmes:

• Young urban professionals/undergraduates who are looking to add a postgraduate degree under their credentials to increase employability and chances of a higher salary in their organisation.

Doctorate Degree:

• Professionals who want to secure placements in large consultancies firms, international retailers and fashion houses and other service industries or those who want to pursue research degrees in top universities around the world.