Graphic Communication and Illustration

www.lboro.ac.uk/creative-arts/gci

QS WORLD RANKINGS 2019TOP 30 IN THE WORLD FOR ART AND DESIGN

GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2015-19TOP 5 IN THE UK FOR DESIGN AND CRAFTS

COMPLETE UNIVERSITY GUIDE 20204TH IN THE UK FOR ART AND DESIGN

Creative Arts

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Year 1 (Part A)Introductory modules cover areas such as visual research, visual methods, drawing discourse, modern and contemporary art and design. These all focus on research, analysis and the development of study skills.

Year 2 (Part B)Core modules cover the relevance and role of society, culture, economy, environments and audiences. Optional modules provide the opportunity to branch out and explore familiar or new topics.

Optional placement/study yearOptional professional placement or overseas study.

Final year (Part C)Core modules explore possible directions and destinations for your practice. Optional modules provide the opportunity to either write a dissertation or do an in-depth research study of a particular aspect of industrial practice.

Placement opportunity Study abroad Additional award

BA (Hons) DPS/DIntS* 4 years full-time sandwich# UCAS code: W901

BA (Hons) 3 years full-time UCAS Code: W900

Typical offersA level: A typical offer for applicants without a foundation course is ABB from 3 A levels.

IB: 34 (6,5,5 HL).

BTEC: Applicants with a BTEC Foundation Diploma/ BTEC National Extended Diploma (or similar) will be considered.Entry requirements correct at the time of print. Please check our website for the latest version and other qualifications.

*DPS/DIntS: Diploma in Professional/International Studies.#Please note that you can move between the three-and four-year versions of the same course once enrolled.

Graphic Communication and IllustrationGraphic Communication and illustration will help you develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for the origination, development and application of creative ideas in graphic form. We concentrate on acquiring professional skills and industry understanding to help you in your career aspirations. Our approach combines theory and practice in a flexible structure tailored to suit your aspirations. From a basic grounding in the application of visual research and visual methods, the consideration of drawing, and approaches to modern and contemporary art and design, underpinned by core skills in illustration, typography and photography, you will work towards developing a creative portfolio suitable for employment and further study. Key specialist areas that you may go on to explore include print and advertising, packaging and point of sale, film and animation, digital design, retail and environmental design, and brand visual identity.

With the help and guidance of academic subject specialists, and technical support staff based in our Creative Hubs, you will receive the very best opportunity to develop a personalised approach to the subject, as well as explore options to gain industry experience, study abroad, and showcase your work at the annual degree show.

PLACEMENT YEAR OPTION AVAILABLE

ON ALL OF OUR COURSES

INSPIRING FACILITIES

6 CREATIVE HUBS

—“The highlight of my time at university has to

be completing an industrial placement year. To be given the opportunity to put my skills that I learnt at university in industry provided me

with invaluable experience and has affirmed my future career plans..”

—Vanisha

BA Graphic Communication and Illustration

Fantastic facilitiesOur facilities are housed in our six Creative Hubs:• Hub 1: Creative Digital Technology and Photography• Hub 2: Print, Dye, Weave, Stitch and Digital Embroidery• Hub 3: Wood, Metal, Plastics and Laser• Hub 4: Painting and Print Making• Hub 5: Ceramics and Mouldmaking• Hub 6: Performance and Rehearsal Spaces, Costumes,

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/lborouniversityThe information in this brochure was correct at the time of printing and is applicable to 2020 entry only.