Graphic Communication gives students the opportunity to develop as creative practitioners and to learn about the breadth of creative opportunities in the design sector. They develop the necessary practical, professional and personal skills to create a diverse portfolio of work and to flourish as a freelance creative. The creative industries are currently one of the fastest growing in the UK and students can expect to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to continue into a variety of different professions. Possible areas of study include: • illustration • typography • editorial • advertising and branding • package design • design for print • computer graphics • multimedia design • animation and special effects • web and app design • game design • bookworks Graphic Communication may be defined as the process by which ideas are communicated through the use of symbols, drawings, photographs and typography to convey concepts and/or emotions.
A grade 4 or above in an Art or Design based subject, although in exceptional cases students who have achieved a grade 4 will still be considered during interview to ascertain their commitment and understanding of this subject.
Component 1: Personal investigation 60% of qualification (coursework unit). Component 2: Externally set assignment worth 40% the qualification. WJEC Eduqas GCE A Level Accredited by OFQUAL
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Wickford Avenue, Basildon, SS13 3HL |
Graphic Communication gives students the opportunity to develop as creative practitioners and to learn about the breadth of creative opportunities in the design sector. They develop the necessary practical, professional and personal skills to create a diverse portfolio of work and to flourish as a freelance creative. The creative industries are currently one of the fastest growing in the UK and students can expect to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to continue into a variety of different professions. Possible areas of study include: • illustration • typography • editorial • advertising and branding • package design • design for print • computer graphics • multimedia design • animation and special effects • web and app design • game design • bookworks Graphic Communication may be defined as the process by which ideas are communicated through the use of symbols, drawings, photographs and typography to convey concepts and/or emotions.
A grade 4 or above in an Art or Design based subject, although in exceptional cases students who have achieved a grade 4 will still be considered during interview to ascertain their commitment and understanding of this subject.
Component 1: Personal investigation 60% of qualification (coursework unit). Component 2: Externally set assignment worth 40% the qualification. WJEC Eduqas GCE A Level Accredited by OFQUAL
