MT823 · Level 8 · 4 years · Portfolio course

Visual Communications (Portfolio)

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

240

Your portfolio is marked and added to your points, so the points shown include portfolio marks and can go above 625.

Down 120 points since 2023 (360).

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About this course

A graphic design degree in Cork, also called Visual Communications. You learn to solve problems with type, space and image. A portfolio is required.

How long
4 years
What you study
You work on print, interface design, motion graphics, illustration, photography, typography, packaging, branding and advertising campaigns. First year covers design principles, image making and drawing, visual culture, typography, print making and design software. There are also electives such as information graphics.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in graphic design, advertising, branding, illustration, photography, web design, motion graphics or as creative directors. Some start their own business. Master's or PhD study is possible.
Who it suits
Suits students who like drawing and design and enjoy turning ideas into posters, brands and layouts for clients.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

2023360202424020252402026240

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026240Published after the final round
2025 240240500
2024 240240420
2023 360360530

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

See the course on the Munster Technological University - Cork website ↗

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