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UAL Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication – Graphic Design and Illustration

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Art and Design
  • Qualification UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Course Length 2 years
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This course is equivalent to three A Levels, full-time and two-years in length. The Extended Diploma is intended for those students who are committed to visual arts in whatever form and want to make a career in it. It will help you to build a portfolio for a university place or apply directly for a job in the industry.

Overview

Graphic Design is everywhere, from posters, websites and packaging to books, branding and digital media. Designers and illustrators use images, typography and visual storytelling to communicate ideas, solve problems and engage audiences. As varied as the work is, there are fundamentals that need to be learned in terms of colour, shape, layout, typography, drawing, computer software and working to briefs.

Who is this course for?

Choose this course if you are creative, enjoy problem-solving, like drawing or making images, and are curious about the visual world we live in.

What you will study

On this course you will:

  • Be part of a thriving Art and Design faculty, based in our own creative building
  • Develop your practical skills in digital and traditional graphic design and illustration techniques, including typography, layout, branding, image making and image manipulation
  • Learn how to investigate and explore themes and ideas through the work of past and contemporary designers, illustrators and creative practitioners
  • Learn how to communicate your ideas visually, verbally and in writing, producing creative outcomes for a range of audiences and purposes
Assessment

Your work will be assessed at the end of each year. You will take part in a final exhibition to celebrate your work.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths.* Three GCSEs at grade 3 or above. You should have Art GCSE (or a related subject such as DT) at grade 6 or above and an interest in, and commitment to, art and design. If you are not taking Art GCSE, you will be required to show a portfolio of work and/or undertake a creative attribution project. You will have to present a portfolio of artwork at your interview.

*If you do not achieve a grade 4 in GCSE English Language or Maths you may still be considered for this course, but you will be required to study this subject alongside your course.

Progression and careers

You could progress to specialist courses at Exeter College, including a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design. Alternatively, a university degree in your chosen area of interest or pursue a career in graphics or illustration. Future job roles might include graphic designer, illustrator, web designer, advertising creative, art director, typographer, branding designer or copywriter.

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