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Overview
In this practice-based Print Communication Design course at the University of the Arts London (UAL), you will learn how to construct and style your print design and/or publication, using principally Adobe CC Software: InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
About the course
- From prestige books to corporate brochures, customer magazines and leaflets, to fashion catalogues and branded print campaigns (advertisements, posters, etc.), the same design principles of visual communication, typography, layout composition, image-making, editorial design and art direction (of photography and illustration) apply.
- The focus of the course will not however be solely technical, but will aim to develop your design sensitivity and knowledge of best practice in editorial design, typographic layout, strong image-making and art direction.
- Ultimately, the course aspires to enlighten and inform students to plan, design and produce powerful content and messages through the combinations of the printed word and image, and to design engaging printed communication and media with an audience in mind.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- Visual principles of layout design
- Visual hierarchies, typographical hierarchies, grids
- Typographic detailing
- Basic elements in editorial design
- Art direction of photography and illustration
- Choosing and specifying: paper, card, colour and materials specifications
- Basic print techniques, special print finishes and binding
- Special print techniques (e.g. special Pantone inks), special print finishes (e.g. types of varnishes) and binding (types of binding)
- Print management: design and production phases, scheduling, liaising with printers
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 4.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
Please bring the following with you to the first session:
- Pen
- Pencil
- Rubber
- Sketchbook or notebook
- USB stick
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents740 GBP / full≈ 740 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents740 GBP / full≈ 740 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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