Graphic Design at York St John University - UCAS

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Course summary

Graphic design is everywhere. Immerse yourself in the art of visual communication. Learn the principles of visual language and the impact of graphic design. You will take the knowledge and techniques you learn and apply them to different practical projects. We encourage creativity, so you will be able to use different mediums and platforms to develop creative design solutions that are uniquely yours. It's time to find your specialism. This course gives you the knowledge and practical skills needed for a career in graphic design. When you join us you will start by learning ways to generate concepts and ideas. You will evolve your skills in artistic layout, drawing and visual communication. Projects throughout the degree allow you to focus on your practical abilities. These projects increase in complexity as you progress and involve working with private clients. As you work on them you will learn about: Typography Branding Composition Image making Motion graphics User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design Print production 3D type and lettering Alongside this practical exploration, we will also introduce you to the histories and theories of graphic design. This will allow you to identify what interests you most, so you can conduct your own research in these areas. When you choose to study with us, you get more than the skills you need to succeed. You gain experiences that make you stand out. We give you opportunities to: Work with private clients and graphic design companies on live briefs Enter design competitions to showcase your work internationally Complete work placements in industry and learn from visiting professionals Visit international cities to experience contemporary design around the world and find new inspiration Exhibit your work at our annual degree show, the perfect way to build a professional network. Our team of expert designers and technical specialists will really get to know you by supporting your personal practice and ambitions.

Modules

Modules may include: Year 1: Design Practise - Digital Design Research for the Digital Domain Specialist Project - Digital Year 2: Digital Design Applications Specialist Studio Practise: Graphic Design Professional Portfolio Collaborative Projects Year 3 Critical and Contextual Studies - Independent research project Major Project: Graphic Design Client Project: Graphic Design

Assessment method

https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/design/games-design-ba-hons/


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
W210
Institution code:
Y75
Campus name:
York St John University
Campus code:
A

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

For Second Year entry, applicants must have completed the first year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 120 credits. For Third Year entry, applicants must have completed the first and second year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 240 credits. Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content. Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course. For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/. If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/design/graphic-design-ba-hons/

Additional entry requirements

Interview

If your application is successful, you will be invited to a portfolio day. On the day, you will show your work to our tutors and discuss your work and the ideas behind it.

Portfolio

If your application is successful, you will be invited to a portfolio day. On the day, you will show your work to our tutors and discuss your work and the ideas behind it.


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £14000 Year 1
International £14000 Year 1

Additional fee information

For courses with an optional Placement Year, during the Placement Year your fees will be reduced to 15% of the annual fee value.
Graphic Design at York St John University - UCAS