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This two-year degree course is for people who want to pursue a career in the design industry. Successful students will develop a practical understanding of contemporary and emerging practice in graphic communication through storytelling, interaction and engagement, UX/UI and graphic design.
In year one, an introduction to the invisible language of graphic form, composition, balance, structure, rhythm, and hierarchy provides a foundation to develop skills in interactive design and the art of engaging users through visual output. Understanding brand and identity, narrative, and utilising design as a device for change and activism culminates in a Year 2 individual project to showcase your applied graphic media communication skills.
The final year provides an opportunity to establish your skills and evolve your practice as you build a portfolio of creative work through a final major project. Students will be working with both traditional and digital techniques, utilising Adobe Create Suite for design, illustration and moving image, you will develop output for online and print.
This foundation degree is designed to give you the skills you need to either work in industry or to progress to the BA (Hons) Creative Arts with Graphic Media Communication top-up.
During this course you will become well equipped in all aspects of:
Year 1:
Year 2:
Start Date
September 2025
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
Applicants are expected to have the equivalent of between 48 – 56 UCAS Tariff points, including the following:
All applicants must complete a satisfactory interview as part of the admissions process. A good level of English and Maths is expected, however passes in Level 2 or GCSE qualifications are not absolute requirements.
Applications for RPL (RPEL or RPCL) will be considered where relevant experience or learning can be demonstrated, and the University Centre process has been satisfactorily completed.
All applicants will be interviewed with a portfolio of visual work and will be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the subject.
Progression
Post Graduate Diploma or MA in a related discipline.
Career Opportunities
UX/UI Designer, Experience Designer, Graphic Artist, Illustrator, Interaction Designer.
Employer Partners
Arts Creative Dean Clough (AC/DC), The Creative Core, Culturedale, Calderdale Council.
Assessment Methods
You will be assessed throughout the course by completing projects, presentations, written reviews and evaluations and reflective self-evaluations.
Your assessed work will go through a process of internal moderation and then will be checked by an externally appointed person called an external examiner. At each stage this means that marking and grading is checked and may be adjusted.
Course Fees
£7950 per year
Eligible to receive the £500 University Centre Bursary in Year 1.
All higher education students must apply to Student Finance England for assistance towards fees. For help or advice with this please contact our Guidance Team on 01422 399367.
The University Centre has a HE Hardship Fund which students may access if they are facing financial difficulties.
Awarding Body
This award is subject to validation by The Open University.
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Term Dates
Autumn Term
2nd Sept 2024 – 25th Oct 2024
4th Nov 2024 – 20th Dec 2024
Spring Term
6th Jan 2025 – 14th Feb 2025
24th Feb 2025 – 4th Apr 2025
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom
