UAL Extended Diploma in Creative Practice (Graphic Pathway) Level 3*
This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of graphic design principles and techniques, whether you're looking to build a career in the creative industry or enhance your design skills. With a focus on both the practical and theoretical aspects of design, this course will guide you through essential tools, concepts, and methodologies used by professional designers.
By the end of this course, you will have the skills to create stunning visuals for print, digital media, branding, and more. Whether you're looking to become a freelance designer, work in a design agency, or pursue higher education, this Level 3 Graphic Design course will equip you with the tools you need to succeed in the world of design.
Apply today and take the first step toward becoming a skilled, confident graphic designer!
* This qualification is awaiting approval.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 or above including English and/or Maths. The Art & Design Diploma Level 2 qualification at Merit grade will also be considered as part of the entry requirements. You will be asked to provide a digital portfolio of work.
What will I study?
This is an exciting course made up of inspirational projects which integrate many different approaches to Graphic Design. There are live briefs set by companies and industry professionals and workshops which will teach you a wide range of Graphic Design skills, allowing you to explore many pathways within the specialism.
We have an excellent staff team who cover a wide range of specialisms on this exciting, fast moving course. Through projects and experimental workshops, you will experience a variety of new graphic art and design media techniques to broaden your own visual experience within the following areas:
- Graphics
- Printmaking
- Illustration
- Digital Imaging
- Animation
- Typography
- Drawing
- Layout
You will work in a purpose-built Graphics studio to work out creative ideas. You will also spend time in a fantastic Apple Mac suite using state-of-the-art computers to develop your skills in digital imaging, experimenting with exciting formats for text and image. You may work on magazines, animation, adverts, posters, flyers, book covers, stationery and packaging.
Throughout the programme there are educational visits to galleries, workshops, museums, exhibitions and places of specific interest to extend your awareness of the wide range of contemporary creative activity.
At the end of the course you will work on a Personal Project in a specialist area, which will be exhibited in the Creative Show for parents, practitioners and VIPs.
Additional costs
There is a £40 cost for a mandatory Art Kit to enhance students learning through the availability of additional resources. More details will be provided at enrolment.
Method of delivery
You will typically be in College four days per week with an emphasis on the practical elements of the course. In-College delivery is supported by online resources, and students develop strong independent learning skills to equip them for their next steps.
How will I be assessed?
All the course is internally assessed - continuous assessment of your portfolio of project work, with feedback on your progress in one-to-one tutorials as well as a Final Major Project with a new and exciting theme each year. You will be able to showcase your Final Major Project in year two at the end of year Creative Show.
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
You can go directly into employment or continue to higher education at universities throughout the UK or at York College.
Degree courses might include:
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Printmaking
- Graphic Arts
- Computer Games Design
- Animation
- Interactive Media
Past students have successfully completed creative degrees at Northumbria University, Brighton University, Edinburgh College of Art, Middlesex University, Nottingham Trent University, Leeds Arts University, Liverpool John Moores University and York College and other prestigious universities.
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