Overview
Graphic Design HNC (Part time)The BTEC Higher National Certificate qualification in Graphic Design incorporates an enhanced work-related curriculum that is designed to equip students with the right skills and competencies for progression to Level 5 HND and Level 6 (BA HONS TopUp), equally to support initial steps to working independently, within the Creative Industries.
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
6 hours per week.
- Expected self-study
6 hours per week.
- Regulatory body
Pearson.
- Student Loans Company code
505252
Course information
32-48 UCAS points and English language and maths GCSE grade 4 or above.
1. Current students will be required to have successfully passed their Level 3 2nd Year programme and demonstrate commitment to progress to level 4
2. External students will be required to attend a portfolio interview with subject staff and give evidence of prior learning within the subject area to align with Level 4.
The course is delivered over 2 academic years 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 supports assessment throughout the year, ensuring group and individual sessions on feedback are achieved.
Students attend for 6 hours a week and it is expected that they match that with independent study time.
Core Modules:
Module A – Process & Practice
Unit A1 Concept & Development – completed in Year 1
Unit A2 Creative Project – completed in Year 2
All modules are Compulsory; specialist elements are built in to the programme and dependent on individual pathway requirements.
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.
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Photography.
Progression to Level 5 and Level 6 TopUp and or employment / Postgraduate and Masters Degree programmes.
Additional costs
We aim to provide a minimum of 3 cultural trips a year, the average cost of these trips is £25.00
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
Higher Success
Two Graphic Design students, Ellie Di Carlo and Konrad Konopka, have come through with winning/highly commended entries in the International ‘Creative Conscience Awards’.
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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.
Any questions?
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.
