Graphic Communication
Higher
Course Overview
The course provides opportunities for pupils to initiate and develop their own ideas graphically. It allows them to develop skills in reading and interpreting graphics produced by others using current British Standard conventions. Pupils continue to develop graphic awareness in often complex graphic situations which increase their visual literacy.
The course has two mandatory units these are: 2D Graphic Communication and 3D & Pictorial Graphic Communication.
Faculty Principal Teacher
Mrs E Nicol
Assessment Methods
The assessment comprises of two components.
Component 1
Question paper 90 marks (64%)
Component 2
Assignment 50 marks (36%)
Entry Requirements
National 5 Graphic Communication
Career Progression
Further Education eg HNC/D or degree courses in Graphic Design, Game design, Product Design, Architecture, Engineering related courses etc.
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