DIPLOMA IN GRAPHIC DESIGN

Course details

- to provide an educational foundation for a range of careers in graphic design

- to provide specialised studies directly relevant to individual vocations and professions in which students are working or intend to seek employment

- to enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment

- to provide opportunities for students to focus on the development of higher-level skills in a graphic design context

- to develop knowledge, understanding and skills of students in the field of graphic design

- to develop students' ability in business & finance through effective use and combination of the knowledge and skills gained in different parts of the programme

- to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life

1. Synthesis of a range of concepts, knowledge and skills relating to Graphic Design

2. Application of complex theories to practical, realistic work situations in the Graphic Design sector

3. Independence of approach to study and the generation of Graphic Design evidence

4. Ability to engage with complex and/or unpredictable situations in the Graphic Design contexts

5. Ability to take responsibility to manage and direct their own and others' activities

6. Insight and judgement in relation to the margins and consequences of error

7. Research and investigative skills

8. Responsiveness to change and ability to multi-task

9. Ability to innovate and work in a creative way

10. Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as effectively as a member of a team.

Class Size
Class size: Maximum 35 for lectures, Maximum 17 per class for practical and tutorial lessons
Certification
To be awarded the Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma, the student must meet the criteria below:
The Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Graphic Design is a 240-credit qualification that consist five (5) mandatory units plus specialist units that provide for a combined total of 240 credits. The rules for combination for this qualification are as specified as follows:
1. Qualification credit value: a minimum of 240 credits.

2. Minimum credits to be achieved at the level of the qualification (level 5): 125 credits.

3. Mandatory core units: 80 credits.

4. Specialist units: 160 credits.

Lectures/Tutorials
The course is modular in nature, the units may be delivered in any sequence.
The course is mainly conducted in the classroom via face-to-face learning which encourages student-teacher interaction. Students are encouraged to attend field trips organised by the school to encourage experiential learning.
Assessment
In-course assessments will be conducted only. In-course assessments may include report, design journal, oral presentation, drawings, models and project work etc.