15May
Undergraduate This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
University of Cumbria has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Have alternative qualifications or don't quite meet our entry criteria? No problem. If you’re looking for a graphic design foundation course that will develop your skills and confidence in a supportive, dynamic environment, look no further. Your introductory year will give you the technical expertise and knowledge to progress to our highly respected undergraduate degree in graphic design. Course Overview To break into the competitive but rewarding graphic design industry, you’ll need an exciting portfolio, excellent subject knowledge, the skills to use the latest professional equipment and technology – and your own unique flair in creatively solving communication problems. So, if you’re looking for a graphic design foundation course that enables you to learn graphic design from industry experts and develop the skills and confidence needed to kick-start your graphic design career, look no further. Your introductory year will give you the technical expertise and knowledge to progress to our highly respected BA (Hons) Graphic Design course. Following your foundation year, our hands-on course is designed to take you to your creative limits and graduate with the confidence, experience and skills that are so sought after by employers in this highly selective but exciting industry. On this course you will...
- Develop an appreciation of the key theories and contexts that influence graphic design today.
- Develop a portfolio of graphic design work that demonstrates your understanding, visual skills and critical judgement.
- Work on industry-led briefs enabling you to develop autonomy, creativity and professionalism.
- Develop a range of industry-standard skills: idea generation, design development, typography, layout, 3D graphics, motion graphics, digital artwork, presentation skills, etc.
- Undertake group projects which simulate the workflow of a professional studio.
- Making Images
- Making Objects
- Visual Enquiry
- Environment
- Portfolio and Progression
- Introducing Visual Communication
- Cultural Contexts
- Multi-Dimensional Graphic Design
- Collaborative Practice
- The Designer's Toolkit
- Type & Typography
- Graphic Design Projects
- The Critical Designer
- Advanced Design Projects
- Independent Research Paper
- Graphic Design Showcase
Modules
Foundation year - Compulsory modules: Visual Literacy, Technical Processes, Applied Visual Practice, Design Cultures. Year one - Compulsory Modules: Design Fundamentals, Design in Context 1, Communicating Ideas, Thinking through Image-Making. Year two - Compulsory modules: Principles of Graphic Design, Principles of Multimedia, Exploration of Graphic Design, Design in Context 2. Year three - Compulsory modules: Graphic Design Application, Professional Context, Graphic Design Practice, Professional Practice.
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- W215
- Institution code:
- C99
- Campus name:
- Carlisle - Brampton Road
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 40 points
A level - B - DE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - DDDD
T Level - P
If you are over 21 and returning to study after being in relevant employment for a minimum of 3 years and do not meet the published entry requirements for Year 1 of our degree courses, please do not assume you are not qualified to join us. Our experienced Admissions and Academic staff will review your prior qualifications and professional experience to support your application. The Integrated Foundation Year programmes support your return to education and are specifically designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree but may not have all the necessary qualifications, skills or experience to join the degree in Year 1. Contact our Course Enquiries Team for more information.
Additional entry requirements
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £13575 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
These fees are for the first year only. For years 2 - 4, the BA or BSc fee will apply.
Visit www.cumbria.ac.uk/studentfinance for more information about student fees and finance, and for details about our alumni discount.
Provider information
University of Cumbria
Registered Office
Fusehill Street
Carlisle
CA1 2HH
Course contact details
Visit our course pageUniversity of Cumbria
0845 606 1144