Course Summary

**About this Course:** This course is a professional full-time, or two year part-time course validated by Sheffield Hallam University. This course can be accessed as either a three-year graphic design programme or as a progression route for those students who have completed a Level 5 graphic/creative design-related course, such as a Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma. This course will provide you with an environment for creative experiment and academic understanding. All of our tutors are experienced Graphic Designers from within industry. You will be based in our professional studio spaces which provide a stimulating learning environment allowing you to develop your own creative strengths. We have professional guest speakers from industry together with visits to galleries, exhibitions and residential travel abroad. ​ It builds on our graduate success rate of our Foundation Degree in Graphic Design and has a high level of success with students gaining employment within the industry. The course will equip you with the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills required for success and future employment in the graphic design sector. The staff team has a range of experience from practice within the industry with local, national and international networks. **Modules Covered:** - . Visual Research: Specialist Investigation - Dissertation - Graduation Project Short: Professional Practice - Graduation Project Long: Visual Communication ​ **Progression:** * Graduates have gained work in design consultancies and agencies. With opportunities both in the UK and abroad, for Graphic Designers, Studio Managers, Creative Directors, Freelance Designers and Self Employment. * There are also opportunities for further study at Level 7 or entry onto a teacher training course. **Entry Requirements:** * Successful completion of a Graphic Design- related subject at Level 5 such as a Foundation Degree (pass) or Higher National Diploma (Merit) * GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or equivalent - Emphasis will be placed on the quality of your portfolio and a satisfactory interview. If you do not meet these requirements please contact us as we are able to consider applicants with other qualifications, relevant experience or personal circumstances on an individual basis.

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Course Details – Assessment Method

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: W2A3

Institution code: R52

Campus Name: Rotherham College - Town Centre Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

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International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


Typical entry requirements would include successful completion of a Graphic Design related subject at Level 5 such as: Foundation Degree (Pass) or HND (Merit). Please note GCSE Maths and English at grade C, or equivalent, including basic skills qualifications are also required. Emphasis will be placed on the quality of your portfolio and a satisfactory interview. All applicants who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, must have an IELTS score of 6.0 or above.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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IELTS (Academic) 6.0 All applicants who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, must have an IELTS score of 6.0 or above.
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Fees and funding

England 6900.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6900.0 Year 1
Scotland 6900.0 Year 1
Wales 6900.0 Year 1

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Provider information

Eastwood Lane
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Rotherham
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