Graphic designers are communicators and problem-solvers who work to a brief. They are able to communicate a message, convey an idea as well as engage an audience using visual language. On the Graphic Design programme, we encourage a broad understanding of the field of Graphic Communication Design and place a great deal of emphasis on the development and communication of ideas and creative thinking. We promote explorative experimentation and application of the subject with a strong emphasis on conceptual thinking. Projects explore all forms of visual communication, and may include books, typography and letterforms, advertising and branding, print media, moving image and digital interaction. Students are provided with a solid foundation that stretch and challenge their skills, whilst building a specialist portfolio and employability skills. It is expected that the majority of students will use the course to progress to a higher education degree.
Industry standard Macs, PCs and software
Access to photo studios, print rooms and 3D craft facilitates
Real live projects
End-of-year exhibition open to the public and employers
Delivery by industry practicing staff
"I feel that it (the course) has given me a strong foundation into design all together. The basics of understanding how to work with a brief and with clients has helped me to understand the industry better. I feel I have a strong understanding of terminology and design principles as well as brief work, that at A level you wouldn't gather as they wouldn't have live briefs for student to work on and gain experience. Also, being a UAL course you get an understanding of the process of how university works, from recording ideas and aims to actual purposeful research, to build a better portfolio.?"
"I am far happier at college than I was at school and would have been at 6th form. I like the professional environment and freedom to choose where to take your project, as this is a beneficial skill when you go to work?"
Jobs you could do
What you could study next
A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is a common next step, preparing you for degree-level study. Many learners go on to a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or Costume Design at university. If you want to move into business, a Level 3 qualification in Business or Marketing can complement your creative skills. Higher National Certificates (HNC) or Higher National Diplomas (HND) in Fashion or Design offer a shorter route into higher education.
