Visual Communication and Design III

Education facts

Code: MKGC60

The course comprises two modules: Module 1: Research Survey and Research Design, 15 ECTS cr The module deals with current research approaches in communication theory and students develop skills in writing a research survey in a specific specialisation area. The module further deals with quantitative and qualitative research methods in the field of media and communication studies, with an emphasis on data processing, analysis and the link between theory and method. Ethical issues of relevance to research and investigation are treated throughout the module. The module involves many practical exercises. There may be instruction in English. Module 2 Thesis Project, 15 ECTS cr Students carry out an independent project according to one of two options: - Alternative A Students develop their ability to carry out an academic study (essay) independently in a chosen field by applying theoretical as well as methodological knowledge and conducting a theoretically-based analysis. - Alternative B Students develop their ability to independently plan, design, complete and present a research-based practical design project in digital visual communication and design. Students also develop their ability to critically review and assess design processes and production in the field of digital visual communication and design.<br> The module includes instruction on how to conduct and perform in a thesis seminar. Supervision is offered to students for the course duration. Reregistered students are offered supervision only if circumstances so permit. English may be used in teaching.

Entry requirements

Admission to the Media and Communication programme, Visual Communication and Design (SGMKV-SGVK). In addition, Media and communication studies 60 ECTS cr, including MKGA02 Introduction to Media and Communication Studies 15 ECTS cr, MKGA03 Text, Communication and Organisation 15 ECTS cr, and 15 credits for the modules Research Methods 7.5 ECTS cr and Independent Project 7.5 ECTS cr of the course MKGB62 Strategic Digital Communication 30 ECTS cr, and 15 ECTS credits for the courses MKGA61 Visual Communication and Design I 30 ECTS cr, or MKGB61 Visual Communication and Design II 30 ECTS cr. Alternatively, the module Strategic Digital Communication, 15 ECTS cr of the course MKGB62 Strategic Digital Communication 30 ECTS cr, or equivalent.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Visual Communication and Design III

  Karlstad University

  Karlstad

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %