Graphic Design هذه الدورة تدرس باللغة الإنجليزية

تفاصيل الدورة

Learners undertake a two year Higher National Diploma course which qualifies them to work in this industry. This course will enable learners to explore modern graphic design procedures and develop problem-solving skills. All learners have access to the most up to date computer design facilities including internet access, a modern design studio and a well-stocked library of art and design texts. Final year learners will exhibit their work at our end-of-year exhibition in the Institute.

Programme of Study

HNC - Year One

• Visual Communications in Art & Design
• Ideas Generation & Development in Art & Design
• Contextual & Cultural Referencing in Art & Design
• Professional Practice in Art & Design
• Corporate Identity in Graphic Design
• Interactive Media Web Authoring
• Animation Techniques for Interactivity in Art & Design
• Digital Image Creation & Development

HND - Year Two

• Project Design, Implementation & Evaluation
• Typographic Skills
• Editorial Design
• Packaging in Graphic Design
• Ideas in Context
• Visual Language Photography
• Business Practice in Art & Design
• Critical Study in Art & Design

Components subject to change

Entry Requirements

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent with some higher papers
• QQI Level 5 award in a related discipline
• Mature Applicants – experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications

Places are offered following a successful interview. Learners should be computer literate. Applicants must bring a portfolio/collection of work to the interview.

Career Opportunities

• Design
• Web and Graphics
• Page Design and Layout
• Interactive Media
• Packaging

Higher Education Progression*

• UK and Northern Ireland Universities: Final year of an Honours Degree in Graphic Design (Apply through UCAS system)
• Irish Universities & IT’s: Learners may proceed via advanced entry to Honours Degree courses.