BA (Hons) Graphic Design

About

NEXT CLASSES BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY AND AUGUST 2019.

The BA (Hons) Graphic Design course develops an individual approach to the field of graphic design, to give students confidence in their intellectual and aesthetic decisions, where they will have the skills to promote themselves and their work to agencies and clients.

If you are a high school student (or equivalent) of the Brazilian educational system, it is recommended to attend Foundation Art & Design , an intensive one-year course designed exclusively for students who wish to enroll in British baccalaureate courses, but do not have professional training correspondent and/or work experience in art and design.

Course summary

The course seeks to provide a teaching environment that will allow students to create a conceptual, visual and technical “toolbox” that will allow them to formulate and execute solutions to complex design problems.

We encourage students to forget about traditional discipline divisions and engage in an open exploration of an unprecedented range of methodologies, processes and media in which a contemporary designer can operate.

By the time of graduation, students will have developed an individual approach to the field of graphic design, have confidence in their intellectual and aesthetic decisions, and have the skills to promote themselves and their work to potential employers and clients.

Teaching result

Upon successful completion of the program, students typically have:

Knowledge and understanding of:

• Historical and current developments in the discipline of graphic design and illustration.
• Cultural, historical and professional contexts.
• Appropriate visual languages for practicing graphic design and illustration in relation to problems, markets and audiences.
• Materials, techniques and processes related to graphic design and illustration.
• A process of design development and design implementation with respect to standards of professional competence.

Intellectual Skills:

• Exercise, in a creative design process, complete research, analysis, selection and critical judgment.
• Demonstrate confidence and ability to generate ideas and approaches to solve visual communication problems, present arguments fluently and draw conclusions independently.
• Demonstrate willingness to explore visual languages, materials and techniques.
• Develop levels of critical analysis and self-reflection in response to research and ideas.
• Present a variety of appropriate solutions to design problems in critical response to established briefs and/or negotiated designs.
• Make informed aesthetic, functional, and intellectual judgments regarding the proper implementation of design ideas.

Practical Skills:

• Producing, designing and creating images at a professional level, using a range of materials for various audiences/contexts.
• Demonstrate professional competence for the implementation, presentation and communication of design ideas and concepts in the field of visual communication.
• Demonstrate professional competence in drawing and other essential marking techniques, skills and means, and be able to use this to convey meaning.
• Demonstrate professional competence in typography, layout, typesetting, juxtaposition of image and words, choice and use of papers, printing processes, finishes and formats.

Transferable Skills:

• Search, edit, organize and present information effectively to different audiences both traditionally and digitally.
• Demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility and initiative in managing self-learning.
• Identify personal strengths and learn through reflection and evaluation.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills through considered use of the English language, both orally and in writing.
• Work effectively with a team in a variety of roles.
• Respond flexibly to discussions, recommendations, and change.
• Demonstrate accountability for time and project management.
• Effectively implement various personal and business skills to achieve your career aspirations.

Course structure

YEAR 1 - LEVEL 4

Year 1 is about core skills and finding the path that's right for you. The first semester allows you to explore both graphic design and illustration, before choosing one to specialize in for the rest of the course. Teaching encourages creative thinking, idea generation and problem solving, with hands-on workshops in software, typography and printing.

Main modules:

• Visual Communication (45 credits)
• Graphic Design Fundamentals (45 credits)
• C&CS Level 4 Graphic Design and Illustration (30 credits)

YEAR 2 - LEVEL 5

Year 2 focuses on professional projects, with an emphasis on business constraints and expectations. It also includes featured real projects, which allows you to develop a real understanding of what employers expect. Students explore areas such as digital design, interaction and digital animation.

Main modules:

• Graphic Design Fundamentals Part 2 (45 credits)
• Professional Development in Graphic Design (15 credits)
• Actual Graphic Design Projects (30 credits)
• C&CS Level 5 Graphic Design and Illustration (30 credits)

YEAR 3 - LEVEL 6

The final year is focused on building a professional portfolio with the chance to enter top student competitions, as well as developing your personal interests. The intent is to provide an experience that leaves you a creative ready to go. The team is made up of nationally and internationally recognized designers and illustrators who bring their research and professional interests directly to the student environment.

Main modules:

• Advanced Graphic Design Practice Part 1 (30 credits)
• Advanced Graphic Design Practice Part 2 (60 credits)
• Graphic Design and Illustration Graduation Dissertation L6 (30 credits)

registration conditions

Candidates who have been admitted can enroll by presenting the documents below:

• Copy of RG and CPF (or Passport / RNE for international students)
• Copy of High School Transcript with GDAE number or equivalent
• Copy of Proof of Residence (with zip code)
• 1 3x4 Photo (or digital file in JPG format, 3x4 proportional)
• Signature of the contract for the provision of educational services by EBAC
• Valid official English Language Proficiency Certificate*

To learn more about portfolio, watch the video with Beatrice Denton , EBAC Foundation Art and Design course coordinator, who explains in detail what you need – and the best way – to present your portfolio.

*Valid official certificates: IELTS Academic 6.0 or higher, FCE level B2 overall band B or higher, CAE overall band 180 or higher or TOEFL iBT higher than 65.