M.A. in Publications Design
(Coming Fall 2007)
Program Information
The University of Baltimore offers the M.A. in Publications Design at the Universities at Shady Grove in a convenient, weekend format.
This master's program combines theory and practice while exploring writing, graphic design, audio/video/multimedia production and media analysis through both traditional and new media. The curriculum is based on direct research and consultation with professionals throughout the corporate and nonprofit sectors to best prepare students for careers spanning the communications field. Students come to the program from a wide variety of educational and professional backgrounds, and while many already have experience as writers or designers, it is not a requirement. The program's faculty includes innovative, respected professionals in communications, writing and publishing from throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
Why study publications design?
Those who are skilled in integrating professional writing and graphic design can easily pursue careers in a wide spectrum of disciplines: public relations, advertising, corporate publications, journalism, magazine editing and designing and more. Being adept at communicating both visually and verbally can make you an asset in the corporate world, while electing courses in hypermedia can prepare you for work in the rapidly growing medium of electronic publishing.
How is the program organized?
The streamlined course requirements for this 36-credit program include a 6-credit, team-taught threshold class and courses that examine advanced writing, typography, hypermedia and backgrounds and ideas that inform writing and design. Students develop portfolios through a specifically dedicated course and can pursue professional internships in every area of the communications field at businesses and organizations throughout the Baltimore-Washington area.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to the M.A. in Publications Design program, an applicant must have obtained a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a 3.0 GPA or better, except when a submitted portfolio and a 2.8 GPA or better indicate high potential.
Applicants should have strong undergraduate backgrounds in professional or creative writing, graphic design, media design or hypermedia design, or they should have substantial professional experience documented by a portfolio.
To apply, students must complete a graduate admissions application, either online or in paper format, submit the appropriate application fee, request that two official transcripts be sent directly to UB from all colleges or universities previously attended and submit a statement of personal interest in the program of study.
Applicants are also required to complete an interview with the program director, either in person or by phone.
Applications are available online, by calling the UB Office of Admissions at 1.877.ApplyUB or by visiting the Office of Student Services at the Universities at Shady Grove.
Admission Deadlines
Complete application packets must be submitted to the University by July 1 for admission for the fall semester and by Dec. 1 for admission for the spring semester.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Students enrolled in this program are charged the same tuition as those attending the University of Baltimore, but may have differing fees based on home campus. Financial aid is available to students and is administered through UB. A limited number of scholarships is available.
For more information, please visit http://www.ubalt.edu/financialaid.
UB Support Services
As a UB student, you are entitled to the same benefits as students studying on the home campus. This includes library services, disability support services, tutoring, career advising, student activities and clubs and more. Services are available through the Universities at Shady Grove or UB.
Contact Information
For more information, please contact Seth Kamen, program coordinator at Shady Grove, 301.738.6352.