Summer Courses 2024 - Graphic Design

This course will allow students to develop their skills in typography, poster, editorial and digital design and to study the effective use of visual design within communication. 

Through a combination of theory, workshops and practical projects, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of graphic design including tone, colour theory, layout design, composition, type, and image across digital and paper-based formats.  

With an emphasis on ideas-based problem solving, students will develop their critical awareness of visual communication and tackle typographic and design projects. 

Students will be introduced to the fundamental aspects of graphic design through tutor-led discussions, group work, project design briefs and practical workshops including poster and journey book design, research, and inspiration sessions, as well as Adobe InDesign and Photoshop tutorials.