Graphic design: an A-Z of typography

- create, modify and manipulate the design of type to enhance design and readability
- Understand what makes good typographic design when applying digital design processes and techniques in creating and modifying typography
- Create and use a range of textual and typographic elements effectively in a digital design format.
What previous students have achieved on this course:
“I have learned to take a more critical stance when using typography. I feel more confident in choices and being less slapdash in my decisions.”

“Gained an understanding of the hierarchy of type in a design. Got an introduction to InDesign and learned how to compose a layout within a grid.”

“I have learned some typography manipulation techniques and have learned about the differences between fonts.”

Please bring an A4 plain paper sketchpad, a pencil and a memory stick to store your work and develop your ideas.

If you would like to buy art materials for your personal use outside of the course, City Lit students receive 10% discount off everything* from Cass Art, the UK's leading art supplies retailer. Your tutor will advise you on what you should buy. You will need to show your enrolment receipt in-store to receive your discount. Visit the Charing Cross shop at 13 Charing Cross Road WC2H 0EP or find your local shop at *Terms and conditions apply, visit