Graphic Design and Illustration (Level 3)
Course
In Nottingham
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Nottingham
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Start date
Different dates available
The course will introduce and develop understanding of visual communication techniques and commercial graphics.
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Subjects
- IT
- Design
- Illustration
- English
- Maths
- Graphics
- Communication Training
- Visual Communication
Course programme
The course will introduce and develop understanding of visual communication techniques and commercial graphics.
Year 1 - Visual Studies programme, exploring broad illustrative media experimentation, traditional drawing and mixed-media techniques. Guidance will be given on portfolios, interviews, UCAS applications and employment preparation.
Year 2 - You will develop a portfolio for progression and focus on your areas of strength through self-directed projects, including a final major project. You will enter local and national competitions and showcase your work in exhibitions.
Subjects Include:
- Advertising, Typography, Branding, Logo and Corporate Identity
- Character Design, Development and Illustration
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- Packaging, Promotion and Print Design
- Magazine Design and Web Page Design
- Contextual Studies and Visual Studies
English and maths are an essential part of your studies and will help you succeed on your course. These subjects help you develop confidence and are key employability skills that recruiting employers look for. If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths you will need to continue studying these subjects. We will ensure you have the right lessons and support to improve your English and maths.
Our full-time courses are designed to help you achieve your ambitions whether your goal is to go on to a higher level of study or whether you are looking to start a job. Therefore as part of your course there will be employability and study skills (we call these PD Central) that are included to meet your needs and those of the industry you want your career in.
Graphic Design and Illustration (Level 3)