Information Technology Advanced Diploma

Graphic Communication AS and A2

Subject category:
Art, Design, Media and E Media

What will I study?
Practical Art and Design assignments based on Drawing, use of colour, Layout, Printing, Illustration and Typography. You will then learn how to design on computers. Critical analysis of art and design history is incorporated in to all the units. Written communication is a compulsory component and is assessed equally to the practical work in A2.

Duration:
One year for AS and a further year to complete A2.

Do I need any additional qualifications/ skills?

How will I be assessed?
In unit form units are assessed throughout each year (4 in total) internally marked and externally moderated at the end of the course. The units consist of coursework portfolio, (units 1 and 3), and externally set assignments (units 2 and 4).

What can I do afterwards?
Many students go on to Pre-degree Foundation Art and Design courses before specialisation in BA Degree courses such as: Graphic Design, 3D Design, Film and Photography, Fine Art, Surface Design, Textile Design and Fashion Design. Some students apply directly for BA Degree courses in Architecture or Combined Arts (e.g. English and Art). Other students just find the A Level course useful in broadening their visual outlook and it forms part of their UCAS portfolio. Additional Information Different to technology based Graphics studied at GCSE. A Level Graphic Design is an ideas based course involving drawing/ making creative skills and lots of research into the designing of graphic printed products.

Are there any additional costs involved?
Art and Design materials £70 per year. Gallery visits £20 per year.

Location:
Park College