Graphic Design (Hons) University of Huddersfield

Overview

This Graphic Design (Hons) course offered at the University of Huddersfield will challenge you to experiment with ideas, take risks and consider how to apply your graphic design knowledge and skills to address the needs of the creative industries. You’ll have the opportunity to develop a deeper cultural and social awareness and your unique visual language.

Key Facts

Graphic designers are in-demand – for user interfaces in apps, magazine layouts, product packaging. The film industry often also requires the expertise and creative touch of a professional graphic designer. An impressive 90% of graduates from this course are in work and/or further study 15 months after graduating (Unistats 20/21 data, UK domiciled graduates).

You’ll study industry-standard professional design packages as well as various components of graphic design, including:

• typography

• layout

• packaging

• branding

• advertising

• user experience design

You’ll explore communication theories and diverse guest speakers will help you understand the factors shaping the future of graphic design. You can also participate in an optional supervised work placement in your area of interest in your third year. The placement utilises our broad industry links and allows you to put your knowledge and skills to the test.

Throughout your studies you’ll be able to put your skills to the test in a variety of studio projects. This will help you hone your craft and build up your work portfolio.