Core Module Information
Module title: Foundation Graphic Design 2

SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: DES07114
Module leader: Michael Wamposzyc
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Art Design and Photography
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

The module will advance your knowledge and understanding of the graphic design industry and the role of the graphic designer in society. You will continue to study the history of graphic design globally in the 20th century, and the important cultural and visual influences of that period. You will advance developing skill in the use of the graphic design elements to create composition and visual narrative in both 2 and 3 dimensions. You will also develop skill in illustrative drawing, and create visual outcomes which utilise drawing and typography.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Use illustrative drawing to create visual narrative, meaning and message.

LO2: Develop skill in utilising the design process to apply graphic elements to media, forms and spaces.

LO3: Collect and present case studies which examine advocacy in graphic design.

LO4: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the graphic design industry and the responsibility of the graphic designer in society.

LO5: Reflect on and evaluate visual design solutions.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2023/4, Trimester 2, In Person, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Michael Wamposzyc
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)
Face To Face Lecture 12
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 48
Online Guided independent study 140
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words
Portfolio 100 1~2~3~4~5 13 , WORDS= 0
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Foundation Graphic Design 2