Graphic Design
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Course Description
Course Description
Graphic Design GCSE involves developing skills and experiences using a wide variety of visual communication skills/techniques, including: illustration, digital & non digital photography, digital design and hand made processes.
There is a strong focus on creating outcomes fit for purpose whilst studying different forms of representation, brand identity, intended message, target audience and working within parameters determined by client and/or audience expectations and requirements.
The importance of developing your knowledge and understanding of different designers and styles from different cultures and contexts is crucial to the progress of your creative ideas. You will develop your skills and ideas in a hardback sketchbook with numerous opportunities to print work on larger scales and combine different art making practices.
Exam Information
Exam Board: AQA
60% Coursework
40% Externally Set Assignment
Course Structure
Course Structure
Qualification: GCSE in Graphic Design
Head of Creative Arts: Mr R Harrison
Career Pathways
A Level: Graphics, Photography, 3D Design, Product Design, Art, Fine Art
Degree: Illustration, Art, Fine Art, Interior Design, Architecture, Animation, Graphic Design, Printmaking
Career: Graphic Designer, Video Editor, Photographer, Architect, Advertising Director, Branding Designer, Packaging Designer, Sign Writer, Book Designer, Typographer, Freelance Illustrator
Please note: You are only able to choose one from either Art, Fashion & Textiles or Graphic Design, you are not able to do a combination of any of these three subjects due to exam board restrictions.
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