HND Visual Communication (incorporating Graphic Design)
You will work on a range of interesting project briefs ranging from packaging, corporate identity, illustration and magazine design to designing for new media. This means you will develop traditional skills in drawing and illustration, as well as software skills using industry standard Apple Mac suites.
What You Study
Year 1
- Digital Imaging
- Creative Project
- Photography
- Intro to the Creative Industries
- Visual Communication: Graded Unit 1
- Typography
- Graphic Design
- Mixed Media
- Creative Process
- Web Design
Year 2
- Digital Imaging Project
- Creative Projects for Artists and Designers
- Design Production
- Working in the Creative Industries
- Visual Communication: Graded Unit 2
- Typography Project
- Graphic Design Project
- Mixed Media
- Creative Process
Practical Projects
Students will undertake a group of projects designed to develop their practical and team-working skills involved in working to realistic client briefs.
Duration and Attendance
Entry Requirements
One of the following:
- 2 Highers including an Art related subject and 5 Standard Grades
- Relevant NC course
- Industrial experience or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis
AND
- Relevant portfolio of artwork
Further Study
BA Visual Communication and Digital Publishing
Career Opportunities
- Graphic Technician
- Graphic Designer
- Self Employment
This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.
| Part Time Day |
|
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
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| Full Time |
1st Year |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
|
| Full Time |
2nd Year |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
|
While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is
subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.