HND Visual Communication Graphic Design for Print & New Media

• SubjectGraphic Design
• QualificationHigher National Diploma
• CodeHNDDESGN-F101A
• Study methodsFull-time
  Start term: August 2010
  Duration: 2 years
• Course contactAdministrator
  +44 (0)141 272 0645

Course Description

This highly successful course meets the requirements of the design profession, providing both the creative design and technological skills required for employment in graphic design, whether for Web or print. See examples of student work on www.hndgraphics.com/blog

SCQF Level

7 to 8

Subjects Include

Web Design, Art & Design Project, Typography, Digital Imaging, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Graded Unit and a choice between Illustration and Computer Animation.

Why Cardonald?

Excellent reputation in the graphic design industry, strong industrial links, good progression to higher level courses and employment, spacious 8^th floor studios and up-to-date Mac labs, success in design competitions and live projects, programme of study visits. Opportunity to mix with students from all four years of our graphics courses. Social events organised by graphics students are open to the whole college. Dedicated lecturing staff, a mix of full and part-time, are all practicing designers.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of an NQ course in Art and Design or a pass in Higher Art and Design and English at minimum Intermediate 2: C or above. All applicants must provide a portfolio of their own art and design work. If necessary, our Graphics staff can interview applicants at their own schools or centres. Applicants who are awaiting the results of their Higher Art and are considered to have provided an exceptional portfolio of work may receive a conditional acceptance.

International students

To check if your qualifications meet the entry requirements for this course, please contact our Information & Advice Centre on +44 (0) 141 272 3332.

Progression Routes

Subject to satisfactory progress, portfolio and reference to the
following courses:

• Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design at Cardonald College Glasgow
• 2nd year entry to BA Visual Communication at Edinburgh College of Art
• BA Graphic Design at University of Cumbria, BDes Graphic Design at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art
• BDes Graphic Design at Napier University
• Bsc in Web Design and Development at University of Abertay.
• 3rd year entry to BA Applied Graphics Technology at Glasgow Caledonian
• 2nd or 3rd year entry to BSc/BA Computer Animation at University of the West of Scotland University
• or employment.

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