Graphic Design

HND in Graphic Design

Introduction

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This course is designed for those focused on developing their professional skills & portfolio to an industry ready standard. The HND in Graphic Design is an internationally-recognised qualification, with a focus on the practical skills required to launch your Graphic Design career.

You will study a range of project based modules, that develop skills in typography, digital output, info graphics, packaging, motion graphics and editorial design. Students will be further prepared by core skills development in visual communication, responding to professional briefs & contextual studies.

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• Entry Criteria

  You will need 48 UCAS points. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* - D/9-3 in maths and English language (or equivalent).

• What will I study?

  You will develop the practical skills required to work successfully in the industry. In Year 1 you will study a range of units from the following.

  Core units include: Professional Development Contextual Studies Individual Project (Pearson-set) Techniques & Processes

  Specialist units include: Typography Graphic Design Practices

  Optional units include: Packaging Design Communications in Art & Design

  Year 2 will see you refine your skills on the following modules.

  Core units include: Professional Practice Applied Practice Collaborative Project (Pearson-set)

  Specialist units include: Advanced Graphic Design Studies

  Optional units include: Branding & Identity Conceptual Practice Creative Industries Placement

• What can I do next?

  On completing the course you will have produced a professional portfolio, developed an online/social presence and exhibited your work. HNDs are recognised by employers across the country and provide students with invaluable practical experience to ready them for the world of work.

  As well as being ready for employment, HND graduates have the opportunity to top-up their studies by progressing to the final year of a suitable degree programme.

• Fee Info

  Course Fee, per year: £6,165.00

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