BA (Hons) Graphic Design at York St John University

Graphic design is everywhere. Immerse yourself in the art of visual communication. Learn the principles of visual language and the impact of graphic design. You will take the knowledge and techniques you learn and apply them to different practical projects. We encourage creativity, so you will be able to use different mediums and platforms to develop creative design solutions that are uniquely yours. It's time to find your specialism.

Faculty: School of the Arts  |  Duration: 3 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027, September 2028  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Context of Practice; Critical and Contextual Studies 1; Graphic Design: Major Project. Optional modules include Design Process; Graphic Design Principles; Graphic Design Practice 1; Collaborative Practice; Graphic Design Practice 2; Personal and Professional Practice 1.

Career pathways

On this course you will gain the specialist creative and technical skills you need to pursue a career in graphic design. You will also build skills in communication, research and analysis that can lead to a range of other creative and digital roles. Example roles include Graphic Designer; Specialist Illustrator; Creative director; Publisher; User experience (UX) designer.

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