Art and Design
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Art and Design - Degree Foundation
This course provides the skills, knowledge and understanding in a broad range of art and design areas. In addition to portfolio building, learners will have the opportunity to develop appropriate levels of communication, interpersonal skills, independent working skills and competence which can lead to advanced study.
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BA Art and Design
The BA Art and Design offers an exciting opportunity to explore contemporary art and design practices in an interdisciplinary environment. The programme aims to develop the individual as a creative thinker and practitioner, able to use appropriate skills to support their practice in areas such as applied craft, visual communication and contemporary fine art.
Year 1 provides a broad art and design experience, diagnostic in character. Students explore individual strengths, skills and personal interests through lively and conceptual project briefs.
Year 2 develops contextual understanding and practical skills in relation to individual practice. Live projects, teamwork, competitions and contextual studies are introduced through integrated projects to deepen understanding of the creative industries. Throughout the second year learners will explore areas of personal interest both practically and theoretically in preparation for third year.
Year 3 culminates in the production of a written case study and a body of creative work based on personal interest and study.
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HND Art and Design
The course combines elements of traditional and contemporary applied design processes, innovation, imagination and creative thinking with utility and practical use. Designers use a wide variety of materials and skills to make objects which can express both individual and cultural identity, aesthetics and values.
This exciting course develops knowledge and creative skills in a variety of applied design areas, including textiles, fashion and costume design, 3D design, and mixed-media. Emphasis is placed upon creative experimentation with a variety of media and the development of individual ideas and applications of media and processes. In year 1, students are introduced to a wide range of media and techniques including textiles, mixed media, photography, digital media and printmaking, through a range of exploratory design projects. Year 2 enables learners to further develop individual design concepts, aesthetics and technical skills through individual projects. Personal development planning encourages students to explore individual career aspirations and opportunities for progression. Sketchbooks are used for concept development, design research, problem solving and presentation of design ideas.
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HND Contemporary Art Practice
This stimulating practical course provides learners with the opportunity to study art practice through painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture. It is designed so learners can develop skills and understanding to a level appropriate for direct entry to art-based degree programmes at college or university. Learners will be introduced to an exciting and diverse variety of artistic ideas and perspectives, expressed through a wide range of media and visual forms. Contemporary Art Practitioners create artworks which reflect the world around them in original and exciting ways, and encourage us
to view the world, and our own experiences, in new ways.
During this course, emphasis is placed upon the development of individual concepts and expression through creative media and experimentation.
The course also encourages learners to study modern and contemporary art and artists through personal study, research and gallery visits.
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HND Visual Communication
Visual Communication has seen a rapid growth in the areas of digital media, screen-based graphics and multimedia. The creative use of images, symbols, and words to visually communicate ideas and messages to a wide range of audiences and consumers is increasingly in demand. Visual Communication plays an important role in shaping and influencing cultural ideas, tastes and values through magazines, advertisements, promotional materials, product packaging, web design, illustration and animation.
This exciting course develops creative, aesthetic and technical design skills to prepare learners for employment as Graphic Designers or further degree-level study in Design, Computer Arts or Animation. In year 1, students are introduced to a variety of industry-standard digital design software and gain a practical knowledge of typography and graphic design processes. Year 2 further develops individual design concepts, aesthetics, technical skills and a professional approach to design. Design projects include: screen and print graphics; typography; web design; photography and animation. Sketchbooks are used for concept development, design research, problem solving and presentation of design ideas.
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NC Art and Design
This national award is a foundation level portfolio course that introduces students to a broad range of disciplines and helps to build a relevant and creative portfolio of work.
Emphasis will be placed on building creative skills across a range of 2D and 3D subjects.
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