Digital Graphic Design

Qualification type: Foundation Degree (FdA) Location:
One Central Park
Subject area:
Creative and Digital Media
Level: Higher
Course Code: CR4219-02 Leaflet Number: 6210
Validated by: University of Bolton UCAS Code: FdA/DGD W210
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Awarding body: 
University of Bolton
Qualification type: 
Foundation Degree (FdA)
Level: 
Higher
Subject area: 
Creative and Digital Media
Location: 
One Central Park

What's the Digital Graphic Design course about?

This course has been devised as a response to recent changes in the creative digital production field and the workflow involved in the creation of printed media. Graphic design is evolving continuously and designers need to be experienced, multi-disciplined and highly skilled in order to adapt to this changing climate.

While this course involves elements of traditional art and design, students also develop software knowledge and application skills using the latest technology. Focus is placed on the development of significant skills coupled with highly creative conceptual design solutions.

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The Manchester College's average tuition fees are lower than many universities
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Subjects covered include:
- Digital graphics
- Business skills at work
- Packaging
- Copyright and digital asset management
- Art and design applications
- Design practices
- Creative influences
- Advertising
- Typography and design

The course follows a modular structure where assessment is continuous and a variety of methods are used to monitor progression. Most modules have more than one form of assessment. These will take the form of essays, case studies, verbal presentations, workbooks, reports, reflective digital diaries, group work, sketchbook work and digital outputs, which reflect developing skills in a subject.

What will I be able to do after I've completed this course?

This course will help students succeed in a variety of related industries, including advertising, graphic design, branding or marketing. It could also lead to self-employment or teaching work. Upon completion of this course, students will also be able to progress to the second or third year of a linked degree at the University of Bolton.

What qualifications or experience do I need to do this course?

Applicants are required to have a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma/Extended Diploma with Merit, Pass, Pass or a BTEC Level 3 National Certificate/Extended Certificate with Merit, Merit in a design related subject area, or an equivalent level 3 qualification with appropriate content. Minimum UCAS tariff points required: 160. Qualifications should be accompanied by a portfolio of creative work.

Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant skills or knowledge gained in employment or vocational activity may also apply.

Attendance

Full time

Course length

2 Year(s)

Weeks per year

34

Hours per week

15

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

How much will the course cost me?

For information on HE course fees, please contact our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585.

How do I apply?

Applications for full-time study should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). All full-time applications from students in the UK and from overseas should be made using the online application system on the UCAS website www.ucas.ac.uk.

Please note, the course information on this website is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change. It is therefore important that you check all course details, including location, timetable, fee, etc, at enrolment as the college operates a no refund policy.

UCAS applications

Applications for full-time higher education courses should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) website at www.ucas.ac.uk.

Institution code is M10 and course code is W210.

Call our Course Enquiry Team on 0800 068 8585 for further details.