This is an art-based qualification specializing in graphic design. The course covers all aspects of graphic design including image manipulation, visual communication and presentation, layout and typography, product design, advertising, and magazine work. Through a series of research-based lessons, you will independently decide on a personal direction for your work. With skills-based workshops, you will learn the basic principles of graphic design and begin producing a range of experiments preparatory studies and a portfolio of design work in relation to your theme. In addition, you will learn to analyze and evaluate the work of graphic designers through a series of written and visual case studies. As your portfolio progresses you will build on your specialist area of expertise and develop highly personal, professional outcomes. IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? Graphic design is a discipline within art and design and focuses entirely on the development of graphic products with art and design methods. It uses more digital technology such as Photoshop and animation packages and projects are typical of that you may find in industry. You must be passionate and committed to ensure you meet the demands of the coursework units.
Our course centre requirements for all courses are grade 4 or above in 5 subjects including GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics with a good attitude to learning. Course center requirements + grade 5 in GCSE Graphic Design. Will consider students with a GCSE grade 5 art, 3D or photography on an individual basis.
The course is predominately coursework, with A-level coursework being worth 60%. Your portfolio work will culminate in an externally set assignment worth 40% which is a coursework-based exam ending with a supervised period of time to complete final work. All coursework and examinations are teacher-assessed.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Birtley Lane, Birtley, Chester le Street, DH3 2LP |
This is an art-based qualification specializing in graphic design. The course covers all aspects of graphic design including image manipulation, visual communication and presentation, layout and typography, product design, advertising, and magazine work. Through a series of research-based lessons, you will independently decide on a personal direction for your work. With skills-based workshops, you will learn the basic principles of graphic design and begin producing a range of experiments preparatory studies and a portfolio of design work in relation to your theme. In addition, you will learn to analyze and evaluate the work of graphic designers through a series of written and visual case studies. As your portfolio progresses you will build on your specialist area of expertise and develop highly personal, professional outcomes. IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? Graphic design is a discipline within art and design and focuses entirely on the development of graphic products with art and design methods. It uses more digital technology such as Photoshop and animation packages and projects are typical of that you may find in industry. You must be passionate and committed to ensure you meet the demands of the coursework units.
Our course centre requirements for all courses are grade 4 or above in 5 subjects including GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics with a good attitude to learning. Course center requirements + grade 5 in GCSE Graphic Design. Will consider students with a GCSE grade 5 art, 3D or photography on an individual basis.
The course is predominately coursework, with A-level coursework being worth 60%. Your portfolio work will culminate in an externally set assignment worth 40% which is a coursework-based exam ending with a supervised period of time to complete final work. All coursework and examinations are teacher-assessed.