Graphic and Web Design

Design things people actually want to use and look at — for screen and for print.

Award: Higher National Diploma (HND)  ·  Duration: 2 years after A/Levels  ·  School: School of Computer and Communication Engineering

Programme overview

Design things people actually want to use and look at — for screen and for print. The HND runs for 2 years after A/Levels, combining classroom teaching with practical work so you graduate ready to step into the role.

Teaching is delivered by experienced tutors in well-equipped classrooms and laboratories, with placement and career support throughout.

What you will study

  • Design principles, colour and typography
  • Digital illustration and image editing
  • Brand and identity design
  • Print production and prepress
  • User interface and user experience basics
  • HTML, CSS and responsive layout
  • Content management systems
  • Portfolio and client project work

Where this can take you

  • Graphic designer
  • Web designer and front-end support
  • Brand and marketing design roles
  • Print and production design
  • UI/UX design support
  • Freelance design practice

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