MSc Digital Design Motion Graphics

The MSc Digital Design (Motion Graphics) at Brunel University London is designed for students who want to become experts in digital storytelling through motion graphics. This course combines creative design thinking with technical skills to prepare students for careers in areas such as advertising, online media, and branding. 

Students will learn how to design compelling animated visuals and use digital tools like Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D. It provides a strong foundation in design principles, animation techniques, and visual storytelling.

This digital design degree offers you a choice of three pathways: motion graphics, 3D animation, or immersive mixed reality. It's a modern, hands-on course that combines digital technology and creative design, and it's been designed to equip you with the advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary for a range of technology-oriented design roles in the creative digital industries.

The curriculum combines lectures, lab-based practical sessions, tutorials, and industry-led projects. The course also encourages students to explore current trends in digital media and improve their creative portfolios. Teaching methods include workshops, seminars, and live client briefs. Students are assessed through project work, group presentations, essays, and a final major project.

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is located in Uxbridge, West London. The university has several colleges, including the College of Engineering, Design, and Physical Sciences. It is known for blending academic learning with practical experience.

Students enjoy a lively campus with sports facilities, student societies, and on-campus housing. Brunel supports international students through dedicated services and social events.
Brunel University places a strong focus on preparing students for real-world challenges. Courses are designed in consultation with employers and include practical assignments and industry-relevant tools.

Grade Requirements:

• A 2:2 (or above) UK Honours degree, or equivalent internationally recognised qualification, in design, computer engineering, IT, or a related discipline.
• Other related subjects with evidence of design experience (minimum 3 years) will be considered on an individual basis.

English Proficiency:

• The typical requirement is IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of  5.5 in each section. Other tests like TOEFL and PTE are also accepted.

In 2025/26, the annual tuition fee for studying MSc Digital Design (Motion Graphics) at Brunel University London is £24,795 for international students.

Brunel offers scholarships to help reduce the tuition cost for international students. One of which is the vice chancellor’s postgraduate international excellence award. This award is a £6,000 tuition fee reduction applied each year for a maximum of one year for full-time courses and two years for full-time courses running over two years. There is no separate application as applicants will be considered automatically for the award when they have met the academic criteria.

Graduates of the MSc Digital Design (Motion Graphics) from Brunel University London can work as:

• Motion Graphic Designers
• Visual Effects Artists
• Digital Media Creators
• UX/UI Designers
• Web designers
• Brand managers

Candidates can apply for this course directly through the university's online forms or speak to our trained counsellors, who are always available to help.