Graphic Design (Top-Up) via Study Centres BA (Hons)

Take a step towards becoming a sought-after graphic designer. Gain the benefits of an education from our University without having to move. Develop a rigorous approach to different fields of design.

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Overview

The content of the course mirrors the Sunderland-based equivalent course Graphic Design and takes you another step towards becoming a sought-after graphic designer who combines technical expertise with imaginative flair. The graphic design industry offers high rewards for talented people.

Our courses delivered at study centres share the same ethos, material and approach as those delivered at Sunderland itself. Through a range of stimulating modules and projects, you will develop a rigorous approach to different fields of design, including corporate identity, web design, packaging, and environmental graphics.

Please contact your Study Centre for more information about the delivery of this course.

Why us?

A broad approach to the subject that provides for creative experimentation and specialisation across design for print, screen and experience

This course is delivered in Trinidad and Tobago, Hong Kong and Greece

Course structure

Teaching methods include, lectures, seminars and group work. We encourage you to develop independent study and creative design skills. You will also have opportunities to present ideas to other students and develop concepts within groups.

As well as assessments that count towards your degree, there are also on-going feedback to consolidate your learning.

Final year (Top-Up) (national level 6):

Design Research Project (20 credits)

Research and write about a design area that is relevant to your intended career path.

Graphic Design and Professional Practice (40 credits)

Explore specific aspects of graphic design and choose a range of projects according to your own personal interests or portfolio/career needs. Demonstrate a wide range of independent research, creative and technical skills and create high quality work, which you can include in a formal portfolio.

Design - Major Final Portfolio (60 credits)

Produce a project that will be the centrepiece of your showcase to future employers, demonstrating your fresh and creative approach to your discipline.

Some modules have prerequisites. Read more about what this means in our Help and Advice article.

Facilities

This course is currently available at SBCS in Trinidad and Tobago, Hong Kong College of Technology and AAS College, Greece.

Please contact the study centres directly for information on their facilities.

Entry requirements

We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154.

Please contact the study centre for more information on their specific requirements and equivalent qualifications from outside the UK.

Fees and finance

Contact the study centre for information on fees and finance.

This information was correct at the time of publication.

Career ready

Our graduates have gone on to work in the creative industries of publishing, design consultancies and advertising design.

Some graduates prefer self-employment. Other options include postgraduate study and teaching.

Employability

Throughout the course, and particularly on modules such as ‘Studio Practice’, you will receive valuable advice on a variety of work-related topics. These range from costing, cash flow and business plans to going freelance, self-promotion and copyright issues.

You will develop a Professional Engagement Document. This highlights all your self-development activities and engagement with industry, as well as other factors that give you an edge compared to other graduates.

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Contact

Contact the Student Helpline for further information about studying at the University of Sunderland:

0191 515 3000

student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk

View Programme Specifications for the Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries

Page last updated: 16 May 2022

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