Graphic Design - BA (Hons) Top up
- Approved by:
- University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
- Start:
- September
- Location:
- University Centre
- Level:
- 6
- Institution code:
- H65
- UCAS code:
- 8Y01
Course Details
This course has been designed to build on existing design related experience and help further develop and support students to fulfil their ambitions and function professionally in the design arena.
On the top up course, you will enhance your passion for high level ideas generation in your chosen pathway and will develop the links between technology and the user. The course also helps you undertake the professional networking possibilities communicating with leading industries in your field to set the fundamental foundations needed to ‘go it alone’ or as part of a team when you graduate.
The programme is designed to allow you to work more independently whilst exploring your chosen pathway with the aim of progressing into employment or further study at MA level. You will be asked to keep a portfolio of work to track your development as a designer towards the goals you set for yourself in consultation with your personal tutor. We aim to train you to take responsibility for your own learning and career development, to be able to evaluate your strengths and weaknesses and conduct a skills audit to develop a critical practice. As a member of the team you will undertake external and internal work experience in our 'design studio' as part of a professional studio practice based environment.
On successful completion of this qualification, potential career paths may include:
- Accounts Manager
- Brand Designer/Strategist
- Creative Director
- Design Studio Based
- Editorial
- Freelance Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
- Multimedia Designer
- Publication and Advertising
- Web Based Media
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How much will this course cost me?
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It’s never too late to learn
We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 years or above). Even if you don't have the entry requirements, you may have gained knowledge and skills from relevant work or life experience, so we would consider your application on an individual basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that we are often asked:
We want to make your university education as flexible and affordable as possible. We offer a number of financial support options to help you go further by staying local. You don’t need to pay for your tuition fees up front - Tuition Fee Loans cover university or college tuition fees and are paid direct to the university or college, by Student Finance England.
=== They are available to all eligible students regardless of household income. The amount you pay back is dependent on how much you earn. You may also be eligible for a Maintenance Loan to help support your living costs. For more information, visit www.gov.uk/student-finance
Yes. We have a dedicated team of staff on hand to help guide you through the admissions process, from selecting the right course, to completing your UCAS application and applying for financial support.
=== If you have any questions, or need help at any stage, call the Retention and Progression Team on 0151 353 4444, or email careers@hughbaird.ac.uk.
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Important terms, conditions and disclaimer information about our courses can be found on our Wider Information Set.
It should be noted that all courses are subject to periodic review, usually every five years, by the awarding partner organisations. Any potential planned changes made to course content following such reviews shall be communicated on the University Centre website and in writing to individual students / applicants.
While we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place any day of the week.
