30 credits
this module presents a chronological history of
Graphic Design
production from the middle of the nineteenth century to the present day in europe and north america. In doing so, its aim is to consider the different factors that have affected and influenced the production of imagery during this period. The first part of the module focuses on issues of process and practice, and seeks to chart the developing relationship between graphic design and associated professions like illustration, whilst conveying the overarching attitudes and ideas that have coloured artistic and design production and discussion. In the second part of the module you will consider the professional development of design for communication and media, the evolution of ‘popular' mass imagery and the role of changing technologies and techniques, including the moving image and animation, in the development of image and text production and reproduction.
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Design theories, practitioners and context (20 credits) develop a knowledge and understanding of the important theoretical and historical contexts which have shaped modern design, opening up creative possibilities in your work. Gain a broad view of design disciplines, through lectures and seminars intended to provoke wider debate. Develop analytical and research skills by exploring subjects in design theory and history through assignments. Finish the module with an understanding of various historical and theoretical ideas, intended to encourage you to challenge conventional thinking. Visual communication - exploration and practice (60 credits) develop design experience and knowledge for print and screen, through a range of visual and practical methodologies.
Skills [ edit ]
Graphic design is crucial to all communication, even more so today than ever before with the expansion of platforms and their interconnectivity and compatibility. Through this programme you develop and build on these fundamental principles providing you will the skills and confidence to develop your own design identity. Explore and exploit the digital age, developing a responsive practice where you are proficient working in 2d, 3d and 4d - moving images. By the end of your course, you will be fully prepared for a career in graphic design and the expanding design opportunities in the creative industries. You study all aspects of graphic design, from typography, photography to editorial design, and importantly motion graphics.
Level 4: in your first year, you will be introduced to specialist design skills, creative thinking, and problem solving. These are all taught through professional and contextual learning, assisting you in the transition you’ll need to take in order to successfully study at degree level. Whilst receiving support to develop solutions to projects, there will also be chances to learn practical and software skills during workshops. Explore the practice and theory of broad graphic design areas such as typography, colour, image-making, composition, and output for a range of platforms and formats. Level 5: your second year of study will build on the skills and knowledge you have acquired from your first year (level 4).
Related design fields [ edit ]
The creative industries are booming in the uk, employing more than two million people. Our ba (hons) graphic design will prepare you for a career as a graphic designer, as well as for design-related roles in digital graphics, online media, communications and marketing, publishing, and advertising. Our previous students have gone on to work with design studios or media and communication companies, producing advertising, corporate identities and promotions, packaging and branding, informational design, editorial and book design, web designs and interactive media. You’ll have many opportunities to generate a strong portfolio of graphic design projects that will help you secure a job in this rewarding, vibrant and growing industry.
Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course at london met. Find out more about applying for accreditation of prior learning (apl).
Our program blends user experience and user interface design (ux/ui) with traditional graphic design practices like branding, typography, service design, and exhibition design. We create interfaces, digital products, brands, and environments that are embedded in larger experiences. Students learn human-centered research methods to ensure that these experiences focus on user needs and desires, thus empowering the people who interact with them. The nc state bachelor of graphic & experience design (bgxd) is consistently recognized as one of the top nasad accredited design programs in the country. Alumni are designers in software companies and leading design firms (such as ibm, red hat, sas, lenovo, citrix, iqvia, pentagram, ideo, willowtree, and r/ga).