MA Graphic Design with Specialisation in Education

General entry Requirements under Direct entry to Taught Postgraduate Programmes:

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree with

• at least a Second Class or 50%, whichever is applicable or
• a GPA not less than 2.5 out of 4 or equivalent, from a recognised Higher Education Institution.

OR

an Ordinary Degree or a non-honours degree from a recognized University with at least two years of work experience in the relevant field which demonstrate that a candidate possesses appropriate knowledge and skills ata standard acceptable by the Academic Council.

OR

possesses a Bachelor’s degree with an award below a Second-Class degree from a recognised institution and has at least two years of relevant working experience.

OR

alternative qualifications acceptable to the Open University of Mauritius.

Note:

Mature candidates will be considered on their own merit. (Refer to OU general rules and regulations)

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Programme Specific Requirements:

a) A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields:
i. Visual/Fine Arts or related.
ii. Graphic/Multimedia Design or related.
iii. Communication/Marketing or related.
b) Experience in design and/or teaching will be an advantage.
c) Applicants may be asked to present a portfolio.

• February
• August

• Scholarship for Open University of Mauritius Toppers after graduation