I graduated with a Master's by Research (MA) degree in English Language and Applied Linguistics with no corrections on Monday 15th July 2019 from the University of Birmingham.  My Master's thesis was entitled: The Visual Language of Virtual Product Design: The Semiotics of Colour and Shape in Smartphone App Icons. I am always grateful for the support from my supervisors Dr Bodo Winter and Professor Jeannette Littlemore, who gave me opportunities that have enhanced my educational experience as well as assisted in the development of my academic career. The MA degree was a lesson in self-motivation, perseverance, and application. It proved to be great practice for my PhD 2019/2023, which I will begin in September.