BA (Hons) Graphic Design Course

Program Overview

This Graphic Design degree equips students with technical, critical, and business skills for a successful career in the creative industries. It emphasizes practical learning, industry-standard software, and the development of a professional portfolio while exploring core principles such as understanding audiences and creating impactful visual designs. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for various roles, including graphic designer, art director, and creative director, with a high employment rate.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This degree in Graphic Design equips students with the technical, critical, business, and personal skills necessary to succeed in the creative industries. It blends hands-on skill with thought-provoking theory, preparing graduates for a broad range of careers. The program delves into the core principles of graphic design, including understanding audiences and creating effective and suitable messages using text and imagery. Students develop the ability to construct conceptual graphic design solutions that stimulate desired responses. Throughout the program, students work within industry-standard media labs and create a professional portfolio to showcase their skills to potential employers.

Outline:

First Year

• Practical Skills for Graphic Design: Adobe 2D
• Graphic Design Essentials: 2D Visual Design
• Practical Skills for Graphic Design: Adobe Web
• Graphic Design Essentials: UI & UX Design

Second Year

• Practical Skills for Art Direction: Web Technologies
• Practical Skills for Art Direction: The Moving Image
• Art Direction: Advanced Web Design
• Art Direction: Advanced Visual Design

Final Year

• Major Project (Graphic Design)
• Emerging Technologies
• Professional Portfolio Design

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary depending on the module and may include examinations, coursework, presentations, and group projects.

Teaching:

Students are taught by lecturers with diverse industry experience in graphic design, advertising, game design, and web development. The program emphasizes practical skills and industry-standard software, preparing students for the workplace.

Careers:

Graduates are equipped with the skills to enter a variety of graphic design-related positions, including graphic designer, 2D/3D digital designer, web content developer, art director, and creative director.

Other:

• Students have access to industry-standard media labs, including fully fitted PC and Mac design labs and a virtual reality lounge.
• The program provides opportunities for students to develop a professional portfolio of work.
• Graduates have a high employment rate, with 95% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.

UK

• Tuition Fees:
• £9,250 per year
The amount you pay may increase each year, in line with inflation - but capped to the Retail Price Index (RPI).

International

• Tuition Fees:
• £16,500 per year