Graphic Design and Illustration

You’ll need to meet the entry criteria for your chosen Pathway.

For more information about the pathways, please click here.

NOTE: You are unable to study 3 separate Art based A Levels. If you would like Art to make up your full time study programme, please see the full time Applied Art and Design course

HNC takes all reasonable steps to provide courses as described, but cannot guarantee provision. This information is for guidance only. The College reserves the right to update and amend course information and entry criteria as and when necessary. Please note that from time to time we may have to modify or withdraw a course depending on applicant demand and other factors. Please check this website for the latest information and our current course offer.

You’ll combine traditional art and design skills alongside new and emerging technologies. In this fast paced A Level you’ll explore a range of topics including:

• Illustration
• Digital media including Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
• Mixed media collage
• Typography, layout and composition
• Branding and design

An enriching experience

Studying A Level Graphic Design and Illustration at HNC is an enriching experience. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and interests, broadening your horizons and building your cultural capital. These experiences are integral to life at HNC and will help you to stand out from the crowd. Some of the experiences our A Level Graphic Design and Illustration students enjoy include:

• Trips to European cities such as Berlin to visit art galleries, conduct research and build cultural capital
• Participating in inspirational and valuable guest workshops with local artists and university lecturers
• Exhibiting work in an end of year showcase
• Taking part in enrichment opportunities to develop their artistic skills, such as life drawing and jewellery making classes

Enlightening opportunities

We are proud of the unique experiences that are available to our students both inside and outside of the classroom. Our subject specialists will instil in you a love of learning, and challenge you to develop the required skills you’ll need to achieve the life-changing qualifications that will lead you to your dream career. Throughout your studies, your teachers will create an environment where you will be encouraged to discuss a wide-range of topics which will support you to develop an enlightened approach to the world around you. These discussions will be linked to your passions, study programme and your wider career ambitions.

This is the perfect qualification for students aiming for a career in the creative industries. You will build digital skills that are valued by universities and employers alike, ensuring that you have the necessary skills to progress on to your chosen career. Our students typically progress to careers in the Graphic Design, Illustration, Advertising, Marketing, Animation and Web Design sectors.

This course supports progression to higher education and industry. A Level Graphic Design and Illustration students have recently progressed to university to study subjects such as:

• Graphic Design
• Website Design
• Advertising
• Marketing
• Illustration
• Interior Design

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