BA Graphic Communication W213
Bachelor's degree
In Reading
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Reading
Full Time: 3 Years
Study on a top design course at the UK’s subject-leading department. Develop the ability to express your design ideas confidently, learn how to solve real-life graphic communication challenges, and graduate with a diverse and relevant portfolio.
The Department of Typography & Graphic Communication offers you a distinctive approach to a design degree. We integrate different ways of thinking about design – practical, historical, and theoretical – so that you will become a well-rounded ‘thinking designer’, with a profile that’s sought after by the design industry.
You will undertake practical projects across digital and print media, and learn about design principles and how to respond to user needs. Current projects include: brand campaigns, e-books and magazines, music packaging, newspapers, pictograms, wayfinding and sign systems, and websites and mobile apps. You will also enjoy a hands-on approach to design history through our renowned graphic design collections.
You will learn how to communicate your design ideas clearly and persuasively through project reports and presentations. Essays and a final-year dissertation will develop your research skills and your ability to bring your ideas together. This combination of academic writing, problem-solving, and client-facing communication gives you a competitive edge in the employment market. You can also broaden your profile by studying abroad in your second year. You will also have opportunities to collaborate with staff on research projects with real-world impact.
We enjoy a high level of student satisfaction because we offer small-group teaching, accessible tutors, and dedicated 24-hour studio spaces.
The curriculum is constantly evolving and is informed by the research carried out by our staff. Our research, much of which is concerned with everyday communication, is recognised as excellent – we were recently ranked first among all UK art and design institutions in the...
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Subjects
- Design
- Communication Training
- Staff
- Approach
- Typography
Course programme
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Design practice 1
- History of graphic communication 1
- Integrated Design Methods
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Year 2 Core modules include:- Design Thinking
- Integrated Design Methods 2A
- Integrated Design Methods 2B
- Professional Practice 1
- Design Practice 2 (Study Abroad)
- Design Practice 2
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Year 3 Core modules include:- Design Practice 3
- Dissertation
- Professional Practice 2
- Advanced Editorial Design
- History of Letter Forms and Typography
- Information Design
- Screen Design
- Skills for Design Practice
- Typeforms
- Word and image
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
BA Graphic Communication W213