M.A. Communication Design and Creative Strategies

Features:

Integration of theory and practice of design:

• latest developments in research and analysis of design and creativity
• practical work and art direction projects

Learning outcomes:

The ability to carry out the roles and responsibilities associated with the position of Art Director and other management positions held by creative talents, within the framework of the ever-increasing convergence of print, online, broadcast and mobile media.

The Master's program M.A. Communication Design and Creative Strategies can be studied at the Berlin and Frankfurt a. M. campuses in English (M.A. Communication Design and Creative Strategies) and at the HMKW location in Cologne in German.

Regardless of the teaching language of the respective degree program, master's theses at HMKW can generally be written in German or English. For examinations, this rule only applies by individual agreement and requires the consent of the lecturer of the respective module.

The study program in detail: Information flyer as PDF ⤓

Applicants: Graduates of creative study programs, especially those who majored in design or fine arts

Target jobs: Designer (self-employed or in employment), Art Director, Communications Designer, Creative Director

General modules: Media Law, Media Asset Management, Media Psychology, Intercultural Management

Specific modules e.g.: Critical & Creative Thinking, Design & Social Research, Creative Design Processes, Advertising Technology, Design Management, Creative Leadership

Very good degree in design, fine arts or equivalent degree (university or university of applied sciences) plus internal assessment process.

Please note: After your matriculation, we offer you a refund of the uni-assist fee in the amount of 75€ if you submit the original receipt to HMKW.

Please use our Online Application form and attach a PDF of your portfolio.

Please include in your portfolio:
– a title page (“cover”),
– your cv,
– a very brief summary of the written part of your Bachelor thesis (if available),
– motivation letter (max. 250 words),
– min. three comprehensive graphic design works created by you (or with a clearly indicated contribution from you),
– including a description of the work,
– and a documentation of the design process.

(all bundled in a multipage PDF)

If you already have 210 ECTS from your undergraduate studies, you may be able to shorten your studies by one semester.

The program is government-approved and accredited by FIBAA (Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation), Bonn/Vienna/Zurich.