BA (Hons)
Graphic design opens the door to a wide range of roles and opportunities within the creative industries, including positions in design agencies, working as freelance designers and consultants, or in-house opportunities linked to big brands. Whether it is branding and advertising, animation, visual effects, editorial design, or app design, a graphic design degree can launch you in many different and exciting directions.
The module aims to support the development of ideation skills to create innovative solutions to design briefs through meaningful problem solving
Explores the application and evaluation of ideations skills, where students experiment with creative themes to produce effective solutions for appropriate design briefs
Introduces the fundamental principles to understand and apply semiotics in a graphic design context, designed to enhance students’ visual communication skills
This module explores the principles of successful visual communication to an audience, developing students’ understanding of refinement and finesse within a client-designer context, exploring the resolution of the design process and reflecting on the requirements of the brief
Note: all modules are indicative. Exact modules may vary by intake to keep content current.
Gain the essential experience required to become a successful graphic designer and graduate with an impressive portfolio demonstrating your skills and talents, showcasing your capabilities to prospective employers.
Not only do you learn how to apply your creativity, you will also be able to develop knowledge in related areas, such as design research, analytical and entrepreneurial skills.
The teaching staff are practising designers with a range of experience and close industry links, enriching the course with their industry insights and expertise, preparing you for the dynamic world of graphic design.
Study a range of design related approaches on our programme, including digital and analogue image-making techniques, applied graphic studies, including a specialist area of typography, media and communication technology including video, photography and motion for graphic design. A broad and diverse range of skillsets will equip you with the essentials for you to pursue a successful career in graphic design.
Gain valuable international experience as part of your studies with the DMUK Global programme. Our recent trip to Tbilisi, Seoul, Berlin. These trips provide unique opportunities to explore global design perspectives and practices which enriches students creative studio practise.
DMU Leicester graduates have gone on to work at some of the world’s most renowned design agencies and businesses, including Barclaycard, Google, Sony PlayStation, Penguin Books, Disney Studios, Burberry, and Warner Music.
Tuition fees for full-time undergraduate students (local and international): $12,500.
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