MASTER’S DEGREE Design and Communication
The role of the art director is undergoing a profound transformation, evolving from an individual position to a multidisciplinary function that requires the ability to work in synergy with diverse teams. It’s no longer just about pure creative talent: excelling today means combining aesthetic vision, advanced technical skills, and the ability to select the best operational strategy for each project.
The Master’s Degree in Design and Communication is designed to prepare these key figures, offering a comprehensive and cutting-edge educational experience in the field of product communication. The program focuses on developing cross-disciplinary skills that blend design, technological innovation, and strategy, equipping professionals to address the challenges of an ever-evolving market.
WHO DELIVERS THE COURSE
H-FARM College
TITLE
Master’s of Science – University of Chichester
LANGUAGE
English
AVAILABLE SEATS
30 seats
START AND DURATION
September 2025 (lessons from mid-September to mid-June)
LOCATION
H-FARM Campus – Roncade (TV)
TUITION FEE
€17.100,00 per year
LESSONS FORMAT
Full-time, in person
The goal of our Master is to train the innovators and professionals of the future, and to do so, we have focused on the skills most in demand in the working world. To ensure this continuity between education and employment, we have selected a faculty composed of professionals working in synergy with the most important industries in the field. Moreover, throughout the course duration, participants will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment.
Among the core topics, Visual Storytelling Techniques support students to craft effective and engaging visual narratives, while UX/UI Design Principles and Designing for Mobile-First Experiences train students to create intuitive digital experiences optimized for mobile devices. Innovation is at the heart of the program, with topics such as Virtual Reality (VR) in Interactive Design and Motion Graphics in Digital Marketing, exploring emerging technologies in interactive design and digital marketing.
Particular attention is given to Human-Centered Design, which places user needs and experiences at the forefront, and Cross-Platform Design Strategies, essential for creating cohesive solutions across various channels and devices. Additionally, topics like Branding & Identity Design and Typography in Digital Design provide the skills necessary to develop distinctive visual identities and refined digital communications.
The program adopts a data-driven approach with topics such as Data-Driven Design Decisions, which teach how to integrate analysis and creative intuition, and addresses critical topics like Designing for Accessibility & Inclusion, ensuring inclusive and accessible solutions. The practical component of the master’s program is reinforced through Prototyping & Design Iteration, guiding students through the process of developing and refining projects.
With such a comprehensive curriculum, the Master’s Degree in Design and Communication prepares professionals capable of combining creativity, technology, and strategy, becoming leaders in a constantly evolving sector.
Design Tools – 10 ECTS
During this module, students will learn to use essential tools for creating digital presentations of a concept, a creative idea, or a design object. They will focus on the creation, processing, and representation, both in 2D and 3D, of graphic objects and images. Students will acquire skills for creating digital presentations or print-oriented materials, using software for image creation, text, and graphic layout.
Brand Design – 10 ECTS
What does branding mean? In the contemporary scenario where social communication channels are increasingly pushing companies to reinvent their visual identity, rebranding activities are commonplace. During this module, students will analyze the contemporary landscape to learn how to build and define a brand’s identity today, developing their own style and language of communication. Working alongside graphic designers, students will learn the basics of brand equity, strategy, and brand values, gaining a 360-degree view of identity design. They will use graphic and layout programs such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop to create content like logos, pictograms, vectors, images, and fonts.
Web Design – 10 ECTS
In this module, students will learn how to create websites and applications for both mobile devices and desktops using programming languages. In the first part of the module, students will study HTML to define the content of the website, and later CSS to apply the style. Students will progressively implement more interactive elements, creating more complex applications in JavaScript. The objective of this module is to simultaneously work on web design and development to understand concepts such as information architecture, responsive design, and accessibility.
Photography – 10 ECTS
This module will provide an in-depth exploration of the evolution of photography, both from a historical and technical perspective. This will enable the acquisition of a solid foundation upon which to develop and enhance one’s photographic skills. This practice-oriented module supports students in developing technical skills while also gaining an understanding of how photography can be used as a means of communication.
Through the development of a photographic project, students will build skills in brand photography, portraiture, photography of moving objects, and narrative photography.
Video Making – 10 ECTS
The creation of video advertisements is a powerful tool in communicating the brand’s values.
This module covers both pre-production and post-production elements in filmmaking. Students will develop both their technical and artistic skills, learning the grammar and structure inherent in the art to become better storytellers.
Through a solid technical understanding, students will work as part of a team to solve problems by implementing workflows for specific post-production scenarios. Workflows will include working with a variety of resources, including audio, graphics, metadata, and video.
Digital Arts – 10 ECTS
Digital Art represents the new frontier of web content. With the spread of innovations like the metaverse and artificial intelligence, the creation of digital content is changing rapidly and continuously.
On one hand, auction houses are selling virtual content, while on the other hand, fashion brands are using avatars as brand ambassadors.
To create digital artistic content, it is necessary to possess a wide range of knowledge, ranging from 3D to rendering digital animations.
In this module, students will learn to work as digital artists, using the most famous techniques and tools employed by contemporary 3D artists. They will use 3D design software, texture painting, photorealistic rendering, digital animations, and post-production tools, expressing themselves freely to find their own style. They will be guided by professional instructors who will transfer their methods and field experience.
Hands-on workshops give students in the Master’s Degree in Design and Communication the opportunity to immediately apply their skills in a professional environment through a unique, practical experience.
Participants will have access to state-of-the-art equipment, working in a stimulating setting alongside industry professionals to put theories and concepts into practice.
We believe that the same skills and abilities that are essential for starting a startup, such as leadership, problem-solving, resilience, strategy, risk-taking, and continuous learning, are valuable in any career path.
Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students gain insights, methodology, and tools that can help them succeed as entrepreneurs and in any other profession.
Our study programs are ideal for those seeking to develop a versatile and comprehensive skill set.
Our faculty consists of experienced instructors with international expertise, including those in academia, management, startups, or consulting. Our partners are leaders in their respective industries, and our alumni are innovators in their workplaces.
To provide our students with the best opportunities to connect with our community, we’ve created a unique 360-degree learning experience where learning occurs through continuous interaction and knowledge exchange with guest speakers and prominent figures. This includes group projects, case studies, challenges, hackathons, events, networking opportunities, and inspirational talks.
You will find information about requirements, the selection process, and timelines in the Admission Notice.
Entry requirements
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Students intending to apply for the Master’s Degree in Design and Communication must:
- Hold a university degree obtained at an Italian university (Bachelor’s Degree) or possess a first-level diploma from the Higher Education in Art and Music sector.
- Currently be enrolled in a three-year degree program at an Italian university or be currently enrolled in a program in the Higher Education in Art and Music sector.
- Have completed a study cycle abroad and possess a foreign degree recognized as suitable for admission.
Exceptionally, candidates not falling into the categories mentioned above may be considered eligible for admission to the MSc in Design and Product Communication program.
For more information, please refer to the admission notice.
Any documents not submitted during the application phase must be delivered by the following deadlines:
Bachelor’s Degree: December 31, 2025
For further information, please refer to the admission notice
The admission process
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You can apply through the form available on this page. During this process, you will need to provide various pieces of information, including:
- Your personal details,
- The degree certificate or equivalent qualification with the transcript of exams. If you are still studying at the time of application, provide the enrollment certificate with the transcript of exams (for exceptional cases, refer to the announcement),
- A motivational video – consult the guide published on our website,
- Your resume.
After submitting your application online, the Admission Team will send you an invitation for a motivational interview with the coordinator.
After the interview, you will receive the outcome of your application via email.
Candidates who are admitted will have the opportunity to accept the place and proceed with pre-enrollment or enrollment, depending on the cases, as indicated below:
ROUND 1 – Admitted candidates can pre-enroll in the course:
- by completing the pre-enrollment form received via email;
- by paying the deposit on the first installment of the tuition fee for the academic year 2024/2025.
IN THE OTHER ROUNDS – Admitted candidates can enroll in the course:
- by completing the enrollment form received via email;
- by paying the first installment of fees for the academic year 2025/2026.
For the academic year 2025/26, there will be 5 application rounds with the deadlines as indicated in the table below.
- Online Application
- Interview
- Outcomes
- Pre-enrollment
- Enrollment
- 1 ROUND
- 06/11 – 14/01
- 16/01
- 18/01
- by 01/02
- 01 – 31/07
- 2 ROUND
- 15/01 – 14/03
- 18/03
- 20/03
- by 03/04
- 01 – 31/07
- 3 ROUND
- 15/03 – 14/05
- 16/05
- 20/05
- by 03/06
- 01 – 31/07
- 4 ROUND
- 15/05 – 30/06
- 02/07
- 04/07
- –
- 01 – 31/07
- 5 ROUND
- 01/07 – 31/07
- 02/08
- 06/08
- –
- by 20/08
- ROLLING
- 01/08 – 11/10
- Rolling
- The day after the interview
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- within 3 days from the results (and by 16/10)
The fee for the Master’s Degree in Design and Communication for the academic year 2025/26 is €15,500 if you enroll during the Early Decision Round (October 1st – November 15th). After November 15th the fee will be €17.100.
It will be possible to pay this amount in three installments, following this schedule:
1st installment
€5,700 (€800 + €4,900 if you choose to pre-enroll) to be paid during the enrollment procedure.
2nd installment
€4,900 to be paid by January 15, 2026.
3rd installment
€4,900 to be paid by May 15, 2026.
A 10% discount will be assigned in chronological order to the first set of 5 admitted candidates who confirm their place in the program through the enrollment or pre-enrollment procedure.
The fee to be paid will be €13,950 instead of €15,500, and the payment will be made in 3 installments:
€5,184 (€800 + €4,384 if you choose to pre-enroll) to be paid during the enrollment procedure
€4,383 to be paid by January 15, 2025
€4,383 to be paid by May 15, 2025
The student who makes the payment of university fees beyond the deadline specified in the contract will incur progressively:
A penalty of €100.
from the first day to the tenth day after the deadline
A penalty of €200.
from the eleventh to the twentieth day after the deadline
A penalty of €200.
and a freeze on the University career from the twenty-first day after the deadline onwards
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Numerous ‘JOB ON CAMPUS‘ positions are available at H-FARM College, offering students opportunities to challenge themselves, develop valuable skills, and earn income during their university years (examples of open positions include library supervisor, student tutor, operational assistant, etc.). Students can also apply to join the LUMINA team, an agency organized like a consulting firm, designed to give students hands-on experience in consultancy activities. Within this setup, professionals and faculty members from H-FARM College act as mentors, supporting the development of the students’ entrepreneurial mindset. Additionally, students may be selected to join the FARMEDIA team, a media agency that allows students to engage in activities typical of the digital communication world.
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