Overview
This is a highly specialised vocational course, which focuses on the real world demands of the graphic design industry. An important element of the course is work-based learning, giving students an underpinning knowledge of professional practice from which to develop the required skills for an increasing technologically demanding yet creative environment.
The course has built up an impressive track record for work-based learning and has an extensive network of contacts. Live commercial briefs and work placements (six weeks) ensure that the training provided equips students with the relevant professional skills and employability.
Content and Modules
First year modules include: Digital Studies, Visual Communication, Personal Development, History of Contemporary Graphic Design, Work-based Learning, and Introduction to Typography.
Second year modules include: Applied Ideas, Work-based Learning, Research Skills and Problem-Solving, Typography Practice, and a negotiated project
Further Information
Suitable work placements for full-time students are provided for up to six weeks in negotiation with the student. Part-time students will normally be in appropriate employment in the design sector
This course will prepare students for their chosen career within graphic design. Students can also progress toBA (Hons) Graphic Communication (Progression Year) at the Bury St Edmunds Centre or the final year of BA (Hons) Graphic Design at the Ipswich Campus.
Assessment will be through a variety of portfolios, design analysis, presentations, written exercises and assignments.