Level 4-5 HNC-HND Creative Practice

Full Time and PT options the course will target increasingly transferable skills in specialist creative design practice. The two years of study, will be supported by a broad understanding of visual communication and its multidisciplinary opportunities. It is proposed that students have an introduction to two of our 4/5 subject routes; • Graphic Communication (print and digital based), • Photography (studio and editorial) • Moving Image (animation and film). • Fashion Design and Print Textiles. • Fine Art and Illustration Success as a visual communicator and employability in the creative industries requires dedication and ability to communicate organise and network, along with the ability for flexibility and adaptability. These skills are also very attractive to a range of other potential employers within the creative spectrum. The learning experience includes lectures, seminars, live projects, peer and group learning. This fully supports directed study and the development of individual practice. Opportunities for field trips, workshops and study visits add value to this experience. This along with a rolling programme of guest lectures from key industry specialists, live projects, selected placements and competitions also enhance links with industry.

All level 3 students will undertake a range of live projects across the a range of creative skills. We have our own in-house design agency that will give you the opportunity to pitch for jobs and gain that all important industry experience with companies, design agencies and local community requirements.

The HND requires excellent references and a tariff of 160 UCAS points from within one of the main pathway options of Graphics, Media, Fashion, Photography or Art. Any of the following are acceptable: • BTEC National or Extended Diploma • Foundation Art & Design • Access to H.E. • A levels (dependent on subjects) Mature applicants will also be considered on the basis of prior experience. You are asked to bring a portfolio of your work with you to the interview. Students will also be asked to produce work for a creative brief set by the teaching team and presented at interview This course must be applied for through UCAS: http://ucas.com/students/apply/

BA and or MA in: • Graphic Communication (print and digital based), • Photography (studio and editorial) • Moving Image (animation and film). • Fashion Design and Print Textiles. • Fine Art and Illustration.