Graphic Design
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Graphic Design student, Alex Edwards has won the Student Roses Creativity Award 2012 and the Roses Advertising Gold Award 2012, for his published book that translates the second scene of Act II on Romeo and Juliet into text-speak. Read more... |
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Based in Newcastle
3 Years Full Time
UCAS Code: W210 BA/GD
Graphic Design is about communication in its purest form. Through the creative presentation of images, facts and ideas, graphic design tells a story, delivers a message and makes an impact. Graphic Design at Northumbria is a three year course that combines creativity with commercialism, tradition with technology and information with imagination.
This broad-based degree introduces its students to the role of the professional designer as visual communicator and problem-solver. In encouraging the development of concept, research, experimentation, analysis and a critical awareness, the programme provides a fully rounded experience in graphic design whilst allowing specialisation in Branding, Imagemaking or Publishing.
The first year of study provides an underpinning of knowledge prior to a specialised approach in Years 2 and 3 giving their learning experience greater depth and breadth. The direction each student may take is always supported by the programme’s main aim to provide the profession with the most appropriate new generation of design talent.
An underpinning of theoretical, historical, cultural and professional contexts is given throughout the programme via lectures, visits, both in the UK and Europe, visiting lecturers, live projects, entry to national competitions and a staffing balance of both full-time educators and associate lecturers with significant industry experience.
Year 1
Subjects at an introductory level include:
• Conceptual Thinking
• Typography
• Imagemaking
• Graphic Processes
• Design Studies
A European visit is made early in the academic year as a useful ‘community’ building opportunity, as well as a cultural and educational visit.
Year 2
Intermediate level modules of study allow for specialist pathways following:
1. Branding
2. Imagemaking
3. Publishing
A European study visit and a professional practice module, which includes a work experience opportunity, are significant elements of Year 2.
Year 3
Advanced level modules of study contain a balance of set and self-determined briefs. Whilst maintaining the individual pathway, students are encouraged to perform to their strengths through exploring their chosen pathways. Professional visits and portfolio surgeries combine with entry into national and international competitions to give students the platform to enter their chosen professional route following graduation.
Who would this course suit?
This course is ideal for students looking for a course that offers breadth as well as depth; that teaches you how to turn a good idea into a great concept and offers a true vocational focus and strong industry network.
Did you know?
An award winning course, our students regularly win national and international prizes. In 2011 our students were shortlisted for Yellow Pencils in Packaging Design and Open Graphic at D&AD. A graduate also won the 2011 Cambridgeshire Children's Picture Book Award.
Where our graduates work
Graphic Design at Northumbria has a proven track record for producing high quality graduates who go on to make a real impact in the world of design.
Put simply, our course provides you with more options and opportunities in a wide variety of fields including branding, packaging, publishing, corporate identity, illustration, animation and web design. Not only that, but a lot of our graduates have found that the confidence and enthusiasm they have gained
during their three years with us has motivated them to go on to establish successful design companies of their own.
What our students say
“You can sum it up in four words - ambition, fun, creativity and teamwork.”
Clare Holmes- 300million
“The relationships with the staff here is really great. If you show that you are really interested and have a genuine passion for the subject they are 100% there for you and will help in any way.”
Garth Smith - Fitch
