Foundation Degree (FdA) Creative Industries - Graphic Design Pathway (Awarded by UCLan)
Start Date | 02/09/2025
Time/Day | MON/WED/TH
Is this course for me?
The course focuses on ideas and innovation, delivered using the latest cloud-based industry software, moving from traditional print-based and web design solutions, to interactive and motion graphics.ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY
Provides the foundations and graphic design skills for the expanding creative industries.
You will visit design consultants and advertising agencies with the opportunity to work alongside local design practitioners.
Local and national employers deliver guest lectures.
WORK PLACEMENTS
You will work on live assignments and may take up an industry placement to develop your full potential.
INDUSTRY RELEVANT
Our networks with graphics industry leaders include global consultancy Pentagram and Manchester creative agency Absolute.
As part of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT) we have access to the partner employer network.
INDUSTRY STANDARD FACILITIES
Industry standard equipment includes the latest cloud-based Adobe software and a multiple large format printers in a graphics studio.
EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
Trips to design studios at home and abroad are subsidised by the University Centre Advantage Scheme, this has in the past year included a trip to Lisbon where students met with industry professionals.
What will I study?
• Packaging Design
• Web/User Experience
• Branding
• Typography
• Editorial Design
• Live Industry Briefs
Specialist Units:
• Applied Digital Design
• Graphic Communication in Context
• Introduction to Graphic Communication
• Communication Craft Skills
How long is the course?
How will I be assessed?
What qualifications do I need?
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also have at least a Grade 4 English at GCSE or equivalent.
What can I progress onto?
You may progress to another year of study to achieve the BA (Hons) Creative Practitioner (Graphics) awarded by UCLan and delivered by the University Centre Wigan & Leigh College. From there, some take up post-graduate study in the form of masters degrees in graphic design.
There are also options to progress onto a top up degree at universities across the country.
Other Information
You will be taught by tutors have a wide range of professional experience in branding and typography, with some continuing to work as freelance designers.
Course Fees
16-18 year olds do not pay exam fees.
Course fees shown are per annum for University Centre courses. Courses lasting longer than one year, fees will be payable per year.
All other courses show the total fees payable for the course.
If you need advice on any financial support that may be available to you, please contact us on applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk or phone 01942 761111
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