Advertising & Graphic Design

Course details

This course is ideally suited to the student who has a creative flair and is interested in pursuing a career in Graphic Design or Advertising. It combines essential drawing skills with the use of modern multimedia applications such as Desk Top Publishing, Computer Graphics and the Internet. This is a practical course providing students with the technical skills necessary for a career in Graphic Design. Students supplement their studies one day a week with work experience in advertising agencies or other related areas.

Awarding Body:

Further Education & Training Awards Authority (FETAC) – Graphic Design Award

All FETAC awards are in the process of being redeveloped. At present, all information on this website is accurate but slight changes may be made to some awards to reflect these developments in the year of entry.

Career & Employment Opportunities:

This course can lead to careers in the advertising, printing or web design industries.

Minimum Entry Requirements:

Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent standards of education. A proven ability in Art would be an advantage & students should have an interest in art & design. Exemptions may be granted to mature students. All entry is subject to interview.

Subjects:

Design

• Drawing
• Design Skills
• Typography
• Graphic Design Skills

Visual Graphics

• Desktop Publishing
• Web Authoring
• Computer Illustrated Graphics

General

• Advertising
• Communications