BTEC HND Art & Design - Graphic Design

Overview


The Higher National Diploma in Art & Design is a pathway to a successful career in major industries. It is a fast track course that will help you learn more about art and design and help you progress to a successful career.


This course will teach you how to use digital software to create beautiful designs. You will learn about typography, branding, infographics, packaging, motion graphics, illustration and editorial design and you will have the opportunity to work with professional briefs.


Quick facts

Location: London
Duration: 2 years
Available Starts: March, October
Course Funding: Available upon eligibility
Institution Code: Upon request

Awarding Institution: Pearson

Employability


At Level 4 and Level 5, BTEC courses focus on specific pathways to success. These pathways include further study or a career in art and design. If you complete a BTEC Higher National in Art and Design, you may find work in the following fields.


Associated Jobs:


  • Graphic Design
  • Graphic designer
  • Print Production
  • Web Design studios
  • Animator
  • Creative Director
  • Illustrator
  • Design Agencies
  • Advertising Agencies
  • Magazine features editor
  • Fashion Design Studios
  • Branding Agencies
  • Publishing Companies

Structure and content


After successfully completing an HND, you may choose to complete a third-year top-up degree in visual communication. This program would take you up a level in your studies and would provide you with more in-depth knowledge in the subject.


See below for the modules you will study:


Year 1

  • Typography
  • Graphic Design Practices
  • Communication in Art & Design
  • Visual Narratives
  • Technique and Process
  • Professional Practice
  • Contextual Studies
  • Pearson Set Project

Year 2

  • Advanced Graphic Design
  • Digital Animation
  • Art Direction
  • Branding & Identity
  • Professional Practice
  • Applied Practice Collaboration Project

Entry requirement

The standard offer is 80 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels, such as BCC.


Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications are accepted and will be reviewed upon individual basis


As an alternative, we requests:


  • Irish Certificate of Exit: BBCCC.
  • Scots who are higher: BBCCC.
  • Extended BTEC Level 3 Diploma: DMM in a subject related to business.
  • Diploma from the International Baccalaureate 24 points.


Candidates require to have at least 3 GCSEs, including English and math, with a grade of C or higher. 


If English is not your first language, you will require you to demonstrate a certificate of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or an equivalent English Language qualification.


Age above 21+ ?


We also welcome students above the age of 21+  with proven evidence of relevant work experience to apply.

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