Brunel University London

MSc Digital Design Motion Graphics

Brunel University London

Course overview

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.

Entry requirements

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.

Career opportunities

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

Cost of study

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

Admission

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.

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