Achievement Unlocked: My Master’s Journey in Graphic Design

I am thrilled to celebrate the completion of my Master’s degree in Graphic Design, marked by the honour of being the topper of my batch and the privilege of receiving a scholarship to pursue a PhD. This achievement is the foundation of a journey built on relentless hard work and an unwavering focus on my goals throughout the Master’s programme. Critical feedback from lecturers and peers played a vital role in refining my work, pushing me to continually improve.

Along the way, I faced numerous challenges head-on, including sleepless nights dedicated to perfecting projects and even redoing a six-month assignment in just two months. I have always viewed these obstacles not as setbacks but as opportunities for growth and learning.

Key Lessons Learned

The Depth of a Master’s Program

• Explaining how a Master’s degree involves deeper research and problem-solving compared to a Bachelor’s degree.

• The significance of being an attentive listener and effective communicator.

  
  

The Importance of Public Speaking Skills

• Encouraging learning public speaking to pitch ideas effectively.

• Suggesting watching pitch examples on YouTube for inspiration.

  
  

Conducting Thorough Research

• Stressing the necessity of using recent journals, theses, and academic research for solid foundations.

Embracing Constructive Feedback

• Sharing the value of receiving feedback from various sources to enhance projects.

  
  

The Dangers of Procrastination

• Offering insights on the importance of time management in achieving academic goals.

• Acknowledging the temptation of procrastination but emphasising planning.

Mastering Presentation Skills

• Advising on the practice of speeches before presentations.

• Recommending the use of key points instead of memorising scripts for effective pitching.

  
  

Looking forward, I am genuinely excited to continue my academic journey by pursuing a PhD in my field. I eagerly anticipate the new discoveries and challenges that will come with this next chapter, as well as the opportunity to contribute valuable insights to the academic community.

To all prospective master’s students, I encourage you to chase your dreams with passion and confidence, knowing that you are fully capable of achieving success in your educational pursuits.

Throughout my own journey, the unwavering support of my family, lecturers, and friends has been invaluable, and I am deeply grateful for their encouragement and guidance every step of the way.

-Mookti