Graphic Design
Year 1 (Foundation)
Theoretical Topics
- Understand fundamental design principles.
- Gain proficiency in basic digital design tools.
Practical Topics
- Introduction to Design:
- Elements of design: Line, shape, texture, color.
- Principles of design: Balance, contrast, rhythm, and harmony.
- Typography:
- Basics of font types, font pairing, and readability.
- Color Theory:
- Color wheel, psychology of colors, and choosing color schemes.
- Introduction to Adobe Photoshop:
- Tools overview, working with layers, basic photo editing.
- Logo Design Basics:
- Principles of effective logos, sketching ideas.
- Practical Projects:
- Create a logo and a poster for a fictional business.
Assessment
- Theory: Exams on design principles and typography.
- Practical: Logo and poster projects.
Year 2 (Intermediate)
Theoretical Topics
- Develop intermediate skills in branding and print design.
- Introduce web design fundamentals.
Practical Topics
- Intermediate Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator:
- Advanced tools and techniques for graphic editing.
- Print Media Design:
- Layout design for brochures, flyers, and magazines.
- Branding:
- Creating brand identity guides (color palette, fonts, imagery).
- Introduction to Web Design:
- Basics of UI (User Interface) and UX (User Experience).
- Typography (Part 2):
- Creating typographic hierarchies and font pairing.
- Practical Projects:
- Design a multi-page brochure and a website wireframe.
Assessment
- Practical: Portfolio submission for branding and print
design.
Year 3 (Advanced)
Theoretical Topics
- Create cohesive branding packages and explore motion
graphics.
Practical Topics
- Advanced Branding:
- Case studies of successful branding.
- Design a full branding package (logo, stationery, social media templates).
- Packaging Design:
- Principles of product packaging and creating prototypes.
- Motion Graphics:
- Basics of animation using Adobe After Effects.
- Practical Projects:
- Design packaging for a product and create a 30-second animation.
Assessment
- Branding package and animation project evaluations.
Year 4 (Capstone Year)
Theoretical Topics
- Finalize a professional portfolio and complete an internship.
Practical Topics
- Portfolio Development:
- Selecting and refining projects for a professional portfolio.
- Capstone Project:
- Design a branding package for a real or simulated client.
- Internship:
- Placement in a design agency or studio.
Assessment
- Portfolio review and internship evaluation.