Graphic design - AS/A2 Level

Graphic design - AS/A2 Level
Exam Board: OCR NCS course code: AS-ASGRAAP/A2-A2GRAAP
Aim This course provides you with the opportunity to develop the skills needed for a career in the design industry. You will be encouraged to investigate, experience and enjoy the many aspects of graphic design through a range of challenging assignments. Although all of your design projects are studio based you will be encouraged to obtain inspiration from many outside influences.
Content During the course you will:
· Develop your ability in the use of the many different drawing and visualising/illustration media
· Develop a working knowledge of computer design programs using the Apple Mac suite (year 2)
· Develop personal folders of work based on your strengths, abilities and interests
· Develop your knowledge and skills in typography, illustration, logo design, colour and media, layout, packaging, advertising and promotion plus the study of design history.

Year 1 - AS level
1. Course work portfolio including a range of creative and written projects
2. One external 5 hour controlled test (exam).

Year 2 - A level
3. One extended personal study
4. One external 15 hour controlled exam plus 1
coursework folder.

Progression/career opportunities
The successful completion of this course will allow students to progress on to a range of Higher Education courses or to enter a career in the creative industries.

New College Stamford offers a range of Degree programmes in Creative Arts. Please see the Higher Education prospectus.

Screening
Students will also be screened (in the College) and must achieve literacy and numeracy at the level appropriate to the course.