Part Time Graphic Design - BTEC Higher National Certificate

Graphic Design - BTEC Higher National Certificate
Course Length: 2 Years
Site: West Durrington Campus
Attendance: Part Time
Course Code: DHDGD1

Day : Time : Start
Wednesday 09:30-18:00 09-Sep-2010
ABC
(Fee per year)

A-Full fee,
B-Discounted fee for full payment at time of enrolment,
C-Concessionary fee for people in receipt of specified benefits

Day : Time : Start
Wednesday 09:30-18:00 09-Sep-2009
ABC
970.00 873.00 NA (Fee per year)

A-Full fee,
B-Discounted fee for full payment at time of enrolment,
C-Concessionary fee for people in receipt of specified benefits

The Course
COURSE CANCELLED FOR 2010 START
This part time course is designed for those seeking a career in Graphic Design, either studio based or freelance, or for those in the profession who want to develop/refresh their skills.
The curriculum includes advertising campaigns, logo/ stationery design, editorial/magazine design, publicity, packaging, corporate identity, etc. using professional industry standard computer programs in image manipulation, web design, graphic design and desk top publishing, as well as drawing and ideas generation techniques. Each project progressively builds upon the skills gained, enabling students to rapidly develop their Graphic Design awareness and abilities whilst maintaining a broad range of creative ideas and problem solving.
The students will learn technical skills, design analysis, creative development, market awareness, business ethics and production principles all to a professional standard through a series of projects/seminars and lectures taught by an enthusiastic team of practising professionals.

Course Content

• Follows a similar path to the full time Higher National Diploma
• Computer Applications in Art and Design
• Editorial Design
• Corporate Identity
• Ideas Generation
• Ideas in Context
• Drawing Techniques and Approaches
• Historical and Contextual Referencing
• Critical Study
• Professional Studies
• Business Practice

Progression/Career Path
After successful completion of the course, students may progress either to further studies or employment/freelance work in Graphic Design or related areas.

Entry Requirements
Applicants would benefit from relevant prior experience of design related subjects. A portfolio of work would be preferred at interview.

Other Costs
There will be a requirement to purchase some materials for project work.

Applications
Complete the application form obtainable from the College and send it to:

Admissions Office
Northbrook College
Freepost 975
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU

Further Details
If you would like further information about this course or any other courses offered by Northbrook College.