2-Term Undergraduate Foundation Pathway in Art and Design - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Graphic Design

Program Description

HIC offers University Foundation Studies for candidates who do not meet the direct entry criteria or hold high school qualifications that are not recognised. Upon successful completion of the pathway programme students will progress onto the University of Hertfordshire.

This Graphic Design BA (Hons) programme is driven by a desire to develop graduates that are ready for employment. The course is committed to teaching students how to generate brilliant concepts and the skills required to execute them beautifully. Briefs will allow students to explore the widest definitions of contemporary graphic design by encouraging them to explore their own interests, be experimental and push the boundaries of the subject. Projects will focus on creating typographic and image-based solutions including posters, books, websites and films as well as packaging, identity and typeface design.

Hertfordshire has an enviable record of success. In recent years their students have won over 100 awards in all of the most prestigious national and international design competitions. These include: at least one D&AD pencil every year since 2011; Designer of the Year at New Designers; countless other ISTD, YCN and agency competitions; and various runners-up/finalists’ places in other competitions such at the Penguin Random House Design Award.

Clever, original ideas are vital for a successful career working at the top end of the profession and this course is committed to teaching students how to generate brilliant concepts. At Hertfordshire they foster a fun yet demanding atmosphere that encourages their students to think independently, question the world around them and be opinionated. Their proximity to London allows them to easily bring in high-quality visiting tutors, all of whom have worked for renowned agencies, and inspiring guest speakers.