Graphic Design
Entry requirements
A level
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
This degree is aligned to employer expectations and requirements, with the aim of producing skilled graduates capable of meeting modern industry demands.
We have established links with the regional and national design community and offer work-related opportunities with local design studios, as well as the chance to work on live projects in collaboration with other creative organisations.
As part of a Study Enhancement Gift, all new, first-year students will be equipped with a high spec personal laptop with access to install industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
In your final year of study, you will have the opportunity to showcase your work in our annual Vortex exhibition, to friends, family and the local and regional arts community. You may also have the chance to collaborate with University Centre St Helens’ Graphic Design and Marketing Team, to produce the Vortex brand for 2023.
Modules
Year 1: Visual Communication, Ideas and Concepts, Typography, Live Project.
Year 2: Applied Research, Design and Production, Contemporary Media, Work-Related Learning, Studio Practice.
Year 3: Major Project, Research Report, Client Brief, Professional Practice.
Assessment methods
Assessments are carried out through group and individual critiques, design artefact(s)/outcomes, essays, workbooks, initial response maps (proposals), project plans, visual rationales and presentations. A final year show in the third year will allow you to display your work to a wider audience, including influential industry advocates.
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