Designed to lead to successful careers in graphic design for print or e-media
Collaboration with leading professionals and companies in the creative industries
Focused on creativity and high levels of technical design skills
Progression to Graphic Design BA (Hons)
The course is made up of common elements which combine studio practice, CAD and contextual studies, and subject specific pathways in graphic design for print or e-media design. Professional practice is an important part of the second and third years with input from industry partners. You could 'top-up' to a Graphic Design BA (Hons) in a further year's full-time study at DMU.
The course allows you to develop the necessary skills for multimedia formats including web and print, within traditional and e-media applications.
Duration: Three years part-time
A good portfolio and normally:
Five GCSEs grades A*- C including English Language or Literature at grade C or above.
We also accept the BTEC First Diploma plus two GCSEs including English at grade C or above
Interview required: Yes, if UK based
International Students If English is not your first language, we require an English language level of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Contact teaching is outside normal business hours wherever possible, making this course ideal if you are in full-time employment. The course has a firm basis in design history and skill application, with option pathways in Graphics and e-Media. In the first two years you focus on the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in this dynamic sector. In the third year you will be asked to display more independent academic skills and engage in professional media practice.
You have contact with tutors through lectures, tutorials and studios, and you are also expected to engage in independent study. Although the balance of time will vary depending on the course and level of study, you will typically have 15 hours’ contact and undertake 25 hours of independent study each week.
First year
Graphic Design Option Pathway:
e-Media Option Pathway:
Second year
Third year
You are required to set up a design and e-media business with live client industrial briefings. The roles and responsibilities within the company setting are decided upon, you will be interviewed for a variety of posts and given the most suitable according to your strengths, weaknesses and how you perform in an interview situation. External clients are invited to give live briefs; this will include design elements for print and e-media. The company produces quotations and costing for a completed project and project leaders present these to the client.
Graduates will find careers as graphic designers and e-media designers in the regional creative industries and with national companies. The course is supported by a wide range of design companies in graphics, new media design, television and electronic arts.
UK/EU Fees: TBC
International Fees: TBC
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Excellent facilities for studio practice, computer software studies, practical workshops, lectures and seminars.
Please contact Leicester College for further details.
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