• » Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Graphic Design

    Programme Title  Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Graphic Design
    CAO Code  Add-on programme, not available via CAO
    LYIT internal code  LY_DDESC_B
    Duration  1 year, post Level 7 Bachelor Degree
    Standard Code Places:  30
    National Framework Level  8
    Award Type  Major
    Awarding Body  LYIT, under Delegated Authority from HETAC
    Is this Programme for Me?
    Students on this programme are encouraged to communicate creatively and critically through experimentation. The Programme invites analytical thinking with an emphasis on solving visual communication problems through the development of original solutions, aided by technical media. Students are encouraged to develop their creative practice according to their interests and strengths
    If you would like to define your goals, experiment with ideas and challenge current practices in design communication, this programme is for you.
    Minimum Academic Entry Requirements
    The programme is offered in full-time mode for one year. Applicants should have a relevant Level 7 award in graphic design. Equivalent qualifications with 180 ECTS credits and appropriate learning outcomes will be considered
    What will I study?
    Year/SemesterProposed ModulesMandatory/
    Elective    		No of creditsClass hours per week
     4/7  Advanced Visual Communications 1 Mandatory  10  6
     Advanced Image Making 1 Mandatory  10  4
     Advanced Web Design 1 Mandatory  5  4
     Advanced Design Theory Mandatory  5  4
     4/8  Advanced Visual Communications 2 Mandatory  10  6
     Advanced Image Making 2 Mandatory  10  4
     Advanced Web Design 2 Mandatory  5  4
     Advanced Professional Practice Mandatory  5  4
    Are there follow-up Programmes Available?
    Graduates from this programme may pursue further studies to Postgraduate level at other third-level colleges in Ireland or abroad.
    Career Opportunities
    Students gain employment as Graphic Designers, Art Directors, Web Designers, Studio managers, Advertising creatives, Screen-based designers, Content creators
    This course begins in September each year. How to Apply
    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
    • Contact Cormac O Kane, Head of Department of Design & Creative Media, Letterkenny Institute of Technology by
    • E- Mail: Cormac.okane@lyit.ie
    • Telephone: (074) 918 6203