Overview
Graphic Design HNC (Full time)The Pearson BTEC HNC Graphic Design course aims to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of clients and employers in the Graphic Design & Illustrative sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance career prospects.
Higher Education at Tresham is taught by Art & Design specialist practitioners, with extensive vocational and academic experience. Flexibility of the full and part time courses allow students to manage work and family commitments alongside study requirements. In addition, competitive course fees and additional supporting bursaries enable more accessible learning.
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- No. of contact hours
12 hours per week
- Expected self-study
12 hours per week
- Regulatory body
Pearson
- UCAS code
GD01
- Student Loans Company code
911424
Course information
32-48 UCAS points and English language and maths GCSE grade 4 or above.
1. Progressing students from Level 3 will be required to have successfully passed their Extended Diploma year and attended a portfolio interview with the HNC Graphic Design staff.
2. External students will be required to attend a portfolio interview with subject staff and give evidence of prior learning within the subject area.
The course is delivered over one academic year covering one Core Module with two main units. Content is delivered based on the following unit criterion.
1. Contextual Knowledge
2. Ideas Generation & Development
3. Technical Knowledge & Skill
4. Professional Practice.
5. Communication.
Formative feedback and tutorials support assessment throughout the year, ensuring students are supported in all areas of the course.
Students attend for 12 hours a week and it is expected that they match that with independent study.
Module A Process & Practice includes the following units:
Unit A1 Concept & Development
This assessment unit is designed to enable the practice and development of underpinning knowledge, understanding and proficiency of creative practice through exploration of the subject area.
Unit A2 Creative Project
This assessment unit is designed to give students the opportunity to consolidate and apply their learning through the production of a portfolio of work related to project outcomes.
The method of assessment is via evidence-based submissions – recommended and types of evidence may include:
- A portfolio of development work and outcomes
- Physical and digital prototypes
- Written reports, essays or case studies
- Planning and research documents, files and links
- Audio and visual presentations
- Exhibitions of outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain a Pearson BTEC HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Graphic Design.
Course progression
HND Graphic Design at Tresham College and then top up at an associated university to complete a full degree. Leading to master’s degree and PHD.
Career progression
Specific career progression can range from Freelance Professional Graphic Designer / Illustrator / Web Designer / Art Director with the print and online sector / Marketing Executive / Graphics Marketing / illustrator.
It is expected that students will have equipment relating to practices within graphics and illustration / a graphics tablet would be useful but not an exclusive requirement. We aim to provide a minimum of three cultural trips a year and these are dependent on availability of relevant exhibitions.
It is suggested that students should budget £25 for each college coach trip and additional funding for independent travel.
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat or email us at info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk
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Funding Information
You could be eligible to take out a loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees. Click on the link below to find out more about the financial support available for our Higher Education courses.
Find out moreIf you decide to pay for your course yourself, we also offer an affordable Direct Debit instalments option to help spread the cost of tuition fees (terms apply).
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
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If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
