AS/A Level in Graphic Design

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Graphic designers are skilled at combining elements such as text, graphics and images to communicate a message to a target audience.  This might be in the form of a poster, magazine, some packaging, a website, film credits, a TV commercial or even in a computer game. The final product has to be both eye-catching to get the attention of the viewer and also has to serve a purpose.

A Level Graphic Design is ideal for anyone who wishes to progress to university/college or pursue a career in the Design Industry.

On the course you will explore the fundamentals of Graphic Design:

• illustration & mark making
• signs, symbolism and other non-verbal communication methods.
• letter forms & typography,
• photography,
• positioning of graphic elements in a layout

You will also learn about the importance of drawing skills in finding solutions to creative problems using flair, imagination and personal initiative.  This will be achieved  through developing a thorough understanding of what is involved in the design process- carrying out initial research in response to a given brief;  developing ideas  through to the production of a finished design. Towards the end of the year, you will produce a personal study which will be presented in both written and visual form.

You will also develop your understanding of how the practice of graphic design developed by exploring past history. As part of the course there are also are opportunities to take part in study visits to national contemporary galleries and to meet practicing graphic designers.

This course will support the development of reflective and self-evaluative skills essential for a successful career in the creative and media. You will also develop your communication and research skills, your ability to solve problems, your visual observation skills and improve your time management.

The skills and knowledge that you acquire will stand you in good stead in relation to many aspects of contemporary life and will enable you to produce a portfolio of creative work to demonstrate your design and technical skills.