Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Graphic design basics

Explore, experiment and test your graphic ability over a wide range of projects. All aspects of graphic design are touched on with the emphasis on researching, generating and visualising ideas. Basic materials included. Please note: This is not a computer based course but there will be limited access to computer equipment for tasks such as scanning and printing.

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Key course information

Dates
24/04/12 - 03/07/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £245
Senior fee: £245
Concession: £128

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VK374

Availability
This date is full

This course is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Graphic design is the art of visual communication. This course provides the opportunity to explore the stages, from initial design brief through all the processes involved in reaching a creative visual solution. There is an emphasis on researching, generating and visualising ideas, methods of realising those ideas, and the technical knowledge to transform them into real projects.

What topics will we cover?

An introduction to basic design, typography and the creative use of text and image. Visual research plays an important part in graphic design. You will gain experience and understanding of the design process and visual problem solving. The course will involve presenting and discussing ideas as an essential part of the process. Each week a different aspect of design is explored, with specific design projects complementing each lesson. Although this is not a computer course in graphic design, some use of computers may be included.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Describe the working processes involved in being a graphic designer, through practical experience, discussion and presentation.
- Demonstrate an ability to realise graphic design solutions using a range of methods and materials.
- Build a bank of information, visual ideas and processes in sketchbook form.
- Achieve a range of designs in portfolio form.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

For complete beginners, those who have little experience and those who would like to try a different way of working. You are encouraged to bring an A4 sized pad, pencils and a set of coloured pens to make notes and keep a visual record of the projects set. An A4 size portfolio is required later in the course to contain the design work.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Teaching methods will include visual presentations, group discussion, individual tuition demonstrations and practical work. Information on the use of computers may be included in the course for students who are unfamiliar with graphic programmes. You are encouraged to complete assignments outside the class.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please bring an A4 plain paper sketchpad.
A copy of 'Graphic Design, a Concise History' by Richard Hollis (Thames and Hudson World of Art series) is useful but not essential.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Projects are assessed on a weekly basis.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Depending on your particular interests and abilities in design, City Lit offers a range of related courses. Information can be made available to you as the course progresses.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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