This is an exciting and contemporary creative course aimed at anyone interested in the subject of Design. The course aims to develop core skills necessary for a future in the design industry including: research skills, conceptual and communication skills, typography, Imagemaking/ Illustration, and digital skills. Advertising practice and copywriting skills are available for students choosing the Creative Advertising pathway. Hands on practical skills are encouraged before a gradual assimilation with digital skills begins, resulting in a comprehensive and genuinely creative grounding. This course is suitable for anyone interested in trying out his or her design abilities, those wishing to study design related subjects at degree level and students wishing to create a portfolio for entry in the job market
COURSE CONTENT
Edexcel BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Graphic Design
Typographic Skills
Drawing Techniques and Processes
Digital Image Creation and Development
Editorial Design in Graphic Design
Professional Practice
Contextual and Cultural Referencing
Ideas Generation and Development
Visual Communication
KEY INFO
Entry:
Secondary education (or equivalent)
Or mature student status with relevant work
experienceIELTS 5.5 or equivalent English Language Level
Qualification:
Cavendish College Diploma & Edexcel BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Graphic Design
Duration:
One academic year
Assessment:
Continuous assessment based on coursework projects
Course commencement:
> September > January
PROGRESSION
Successful students can enter employment or higher study.
Advice on portfolio building and presentation skills is given for
both employment and university application. Students seeking
access to Higher Education are supported through the UCAS
application process
