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    Design and Branding

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    London, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £26,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    Design and Branding at Loughborough University is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in London, GB. Tuition is £26,900.

    About the program

    Explores strategic use of design and branding for organisations to innovate and respond to real-world needs. Covers identity, strategic design, technology, visual aesthetics, management, design thinking, research methods, service design, digital media, strategy, and sustainability.

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    Top 50 in the world for Art and Design (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026) | 4th in the UK for Art and Design (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
    Part-time option

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $13,761.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Design and Branding at Loughborough University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Design and Branding at Loughborough University is £26,900.
    Is Design and Branding at Loughborough University online or in-person?
    Design and Branding at Loughborough University is offered in-person.
    How long does Design and Branding at Loughborough University take to complete?
    Design and Branding at Loughborough University is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Design and Branding at Loughborough University?
    Per the program's published guidance: A 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification)
    What work-permit options follow Design and Branding at Loughborough University?
    Post-completion work rights for Design and Branding at Loughborough University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)