Graphic Design
Students will explore in detail areas of Graphic Design such as Typography, Illustration, Advertising, Packaging Design and much more through a variety of media and materials. Students will be encouraged to experiment with traditional and more experimental ways of communicating ideas, working to set briefs and more personal ideas and concepts. As part of the course, we will give you the opportunity to use digital media through photography, film, image manipulation using Adobe software, as well as traditional handmade processes. Printing techniques and the use of technology will also be explored.
Drawing as a means of communication forms a large part of Graphic Design, whether this be imaginative or observational. On the course, we will develop your drawing skills to enable you to communicate your ideas effectively.
POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS
- Graphic Designer
- VFX Artist
- Animator
- Advertising
- Web Designer
- Producer
- TV and Film Production
- Architect
- Sign Writer
- Branding Coordinator
- - and much more!
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COURSE CONTENT
Component 1:- Coursework 60% of the course. This is predominately practical with a personal study to accompany your Personal Investigation. You will be supported through your own chosen theme after initial experimental skills building workshops.
Component 2:- The external exam (40% of the course) in year 13. This is a practical project devised from a starting point set by the exam board. You will have time to fully prepare for this exam in advance to show off your skills and thought processes. You will begin your preparatory work in February and take the exam in May. You will then have gained time to support your other A Level subjects.
You need to be someone who is interested in the world exploring the reasons behind the Art and Design we make. You will then apply this knowledge to create exciting, thoughtful and personal works of Art. Our students make intelligent contextual links with political issues, socially commenting on something that personally appeals or fascinates them. This investigative process makes our students extremely attractive to many different industries and universities. Graphic Designers are highly employable due to their ability to problem solve and create exciting products and concepts in a variety of industries.