Communicating messages successfully via graphic design requires a high level of understanding of the visual art of representation. This highly contextualised programme draws on contemporary design practice, together with theoretical and historical cultural material. The degree will equip learners with the knowledge to explore and challenge creative boundaries, through real-life design scenarios. They will hone their skills in fundamental design principles such as layout, form, typography, iconography and colour. Learners will analyse a wide range of professional design problems, and find creative and innovative solutions using various media. The main aim of this degree programme is to focus on design as a means for communicating meaningful messages, gathering content, organising information, creating and presenting narratives and experiences, while always looking ahead to affect change.

• Graphic Designer,
• Motion Graphics Designer,
• Web Designer

Internal Progression Route…

• MCAST Advanced Diploma in Digital Design, or
• MCAST Advanced Diploma in Graphic Printing, or
• MCAST Advanced Diploma in Art and Design, or
• MCAST Advanced Diploma in Photography, or
• Advanced Diploma in Video Production

OR

2 subjects as A-Level passes and 2 subjects as I-Level passes

Compulsory A-Level: Art or Graphical Communication

Applicants may be asked to sit for an Interview and/or present their Portfolio.

Full MQF Level 4 Qualifications awarded by the Malta School of Art can be submitted as part of the required documents uploaded at point of application for this programme of studies, and will be reviewed accordingly with a view of considering, or otherwise, eligibility.

Any possible alternative qualifications (local and European) which may be presented instead of the above clearly set compulsory subjects, must very clearly be evidenced / documented as being equivalent to the set compulsory subjects in terms of Level, volume (in ects credits), and Content coverage. It will not be possible to consider variances, given the expected preparation and foundations in possession of the applicant asking to be considered for this MQF Level 6 Degree programme of studies.

An Applicant aged 23 years and over, and not in possession of the above Entry Requirements, may wish to apply via the Maturity Clause route.  Applicants under Maturity Clause must still present clear documentation showing that they have a number of achievements in hand together with their School Leaving formal Certificate / document (to confirm their successful completion of compulsory schooling).  Age is not the only eligibility factor in such instances.  Besides documents showing their past achievements, applicants must present a detailed CV using the Europass format, as well as the most recent official JobsPlus Employment History.

Further important information can be found under the respective Admissions FAQ https://mcast.edu.mt/maturity-clause/.