Typography, Short Course | University of the Arts London (UAL) | London, United Kingdom
70 days
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720 GBP/full
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About

Discover how the visual manipulation of words can bring great insight into text functions, enhance clarity and produce really successful visual communication. If you want to find confidence in your own voice, Typography at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is the course for you.

Overview

About the course

First, you will learn the fundamental typographic elements and principles and how to use them effectively and creatively.

Second, you will explore ideas visually through projects embracing typography as both information and art.

And third, your learning will be supported by project critiques, when you'll get ideas from your colleagues and advice from your tutor. 

But that's not all. You will also get to use Central Saint Martins' letterpress facilities for one of the sessions. This Typography course is offered at the University of the Arts London (UAL).

Programme Structure

Topics covered:
  • Choosing typefaces and how to get the best from them
  • Identifying the assorted typographic voices which surround us everyday
  • Strategies for working with different kinds of texts
  • Content analysis
  • How to give your work authority through use of structure
  • Details that can transform ordinary work into something special

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 70 days

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Please bring with you to the first session:

  • Notebook
  • A3 Layout pad
  • Ruler
  • Pencils
  • Rubber
  • Masking Tape
  • Any old magazines that you don't mind cutting up.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    720 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 720 GBP for the full programme during 70 days.

  • National

    720 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 720 GBP for the full programme during 70 days.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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