Art: Graphic Communication

Art: Graphic Communication is studied at ncn Lace Market School of Art, Design, Fashion and Media.

Length

  • 'AS' in Year 1
  • 'A2' in Year 2

Entry Requirements

'AS':

  • At least Grade C in GCSE Art and Design, Graphics or Design.

'A2':

  • At least Grade D in 'AS' Art: Graphic Communication/ Graphic Design

Course Content

For students who have an interest, but not necessarily experience in graphics. You will work to a brief and produce designs for commercial applications to include advertising, packaging, logos/corporate identity, information graphics, magazine design and illustration.

2 units at 'AS' Level, including:

  • Coursework Portfolio – A portfolio of work from a range of starting points, topics or themes.
  • Controlled Assignment – plan, prepare and develop ideas in a 5 hour exam.

2 units at 'A2' Level, including:

  • Personal Investigation – A major project identified by the student including a related personal study of 3,000 words.
  • Controlled Assignment – Plan, prepare and realise ideas into a final outcome in a 15 hour exam.

Assessment

A combination of examinations and coursework.

Aims & Ambitions

A Higher Education course in graphic design or advertising or a career in one of these areas.