This course is designed for those focused on developing their professional skills & portfolio to an industry ready standard. The HND in Graphic Design is an internationally-recognised qualification, with a focus on the practical skills required to launch your Graphic Design career.
You will study a range of project based modules, that develop skills in typography, digital output, info graphics, packaging, motion graphics and editorial design. Students will be further prepared by core skills development in visual communication, responding to professional briefs & contextual studies.
In Year 1 you will study a range of units from the following.
**Core units include:**
- Professional Development
- Contextual Studies
- Individual Project (Pearson-set)
- Techniques & Processes
**Specialist units include:**
- Typography
- Graphic Design Practices
**Optional units include:**
- Packaging Design
- Communications in Art & Design
Year 2 will see you refine your skills on the following modules.
**Core units include:**
- Professional Practice
- Applied Practice Collaborative Project (Pearson-set)
**Specialist units include:**
- Advanced Graphic Design Studies
**Optional units include:**
- Branding & Identity
- Conceptual Practice
- Creative Industries Placement
On completing the course you will have produced a professional portfolio, developed an online/social presence and exhibited your work.
Course Details - Modules
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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:
8950
Institution code:
W40
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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)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
You will need 48 UCAS points from an appropriate Level 3 qualification, such as a BTEC Level 3 qualification, an A-Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject, or other related Level 3 qualifications. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* - D/9-3 in maths and English language (or equivalent).
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
88%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
0%
Go onto work and study:
0%
Fees and funding
EU
6165.0
Year 1
International
6165.0
Year 1
England
6165.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6165.0
Year 1
Scotland
6165.0
Year 1
Wales
6165.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
6165.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
Watford Campus
Hempstead Road
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Watford
WD17 3EZ
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